Death Valley National Park, in collaboration with the Timbisha Shoshone Tribe, is set to host a special event on January 30. This event is to mark the 25th anniversary of the Timbisha Shoshone Homeland Act. The Act was a significant piece of legislation that recognized the tribe’s historical and ongoing connection to the land that is now part of the National Park.
The Homeland Act, passed in 2000, was a landmark decision that acknowledged the ancestral and cultural ties of the Timbisha Shoshone Tribe to the Death Valley area. The Act provided the tribe with a land base within the park, acknowledging their long-standing presence and contribution to the region’s heritage. It was a significant step towards righting historical wrongs and recognizing the importance of indigenous connections to the land.
The upcoming event will not only celebrate this milestone but also serve as a platform to strengthen the ongoing partnership between the National Park Service and the Timbisha Shoshone Tribe. It will highlight the tribe’s enduring relationship with the land and the mutual commitment to preserving and sharing the cultural and natural resources of Death Valley National Park.