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.
WELCOME TO THE
VILLAGE TRADING POST
The Trading post features Chumash and Indigenous tribal art.
Material Culture Items: Baskets, Instruments, Jewelry, Hand Bags, Rock Art, leather works.
The Trading Post offers authentic, contemporary tribal art and material culture.
As part of our cultural revitalization it is important to establish an in road into today’s global economy. One way is by establishing cultural heritage enterprises that create jobs and ensure multigenerational sustainability for the people and the land.
“All purchases is a gift that will go towards the revitalization of the Chumash people, culture and towards one of our most precious resources the Gavoita Coast.”
