Ap'anis
( Village )
Environmental Preservation • Cultural Revitalization • Public Education
The word "Apanish" spelled ('ap anis ) means "Village" in the Chumash Smuwic language
Re-establish and facilitate Chumash traditional villages , land preserves and introduce indigenous land stewardship programs along the Gaviota Coast.
K6-K-12
CHUMASH CULTURAL INTERPRETATION TOUR
Apanish Foundation is excited to introduce a Cultural Interpretive presentation on ancient and contemporary Chumash Traditions. This event is exclusively developed for the Santa Barbara public schools K-6 and K-12 Outbound knowledge Adventures workshops.
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The presentations are design to be entertaining but more educational we utilize our oral tradition, song and dance to share ancient and current geographical knowledge while integrating science and social skills through compelling stories and characters.
We will be featuring some of our Santa Barbara Chumash leaders, storytellers and singers that enjoy sharing our rich ancient and contemporary culture
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2023
Upcoming Cultural Spring programs and events
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• Chumash Maritime Living Culture - Procession Event Series
• Outbound Native Plant Restoration
• Chumash Material Culture Presentation Exhibit
K6 Chumash Culture Interpretatation Classes
Dec 11 - Dec 17
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