As
we move forward into the new Millennium and look back over the past
decade, the Baron a people
are proud of the great strides we have made towards
self sufficiency and economic independence. This
has also given us the ability, at this great moment
in time, to preserve our culture and pass it on to generations to
come.
Today you will hear a story of discovery. A story of
an incredible collection of ancient artifacts that date back as far
as 10,000 years ago; These artifacts were discovered by our business
consultants, Inland Entertainment Corporation. After purchasing the
collection, Inland donated the entire collection to
the people of Barona. With over 2,000 priceless artifacts, it is a
collection that has now come home,
to be preserved forever in this beautiful new Barona museum.
The museum will feature artifacts, scientific interactive displays,
dioramas and also serve as an important Native American history resource.
It has been designed to inspire further research about Our native
culture and become an ever-lasting tribute to the past and a legacy
for our future. |
Welcoming
Remarks, Chairman Clifford LaChappa
Beaver Curo, Barona Museum Committee Chair
Steve Banegas, Barona Tribal Council & Kumeyaay Cultural Repatriation
Committee
Presentation to the San Diego Sheriff's Department
Cheryl Jeffrey, Barona Museum Curator
Barona Tribal History presentation by children of the Barona Indian
School
Birdsingers lead processional of Barona Tribal Members into the Barona
Museum
All guests are invited to tour the museum and enjoy Native American
foods.
Entertainment by thc Barona Little Hawks
Barona would like to recognize and thank all the volunteers
who helped make the Barona Museum a reality. |