Kule Loklo facts for kids
Kule Loklo (which means "Bear Valley") is a special place that shows what a Coast Miwok Native American village might have looked like a long time ago. It's located in Point Reyes National Seashore in Marin County, California. You can find it just a short walk from the park's visitor center.
Kule Loklo was first built in the 1970s by a group called the Miwok Archeological Preserve of Marin (MAPOM). They created it to honor the Coast Miwok people, who are the original inhabitants of the Marin County area.
History of Kule Loklo
The village has a special building called a ceremonial roundhouse. This is where important gatherings and ceremonies would take place. In 1992, this roundhouse was damaged by fire. But people from the community came together to help, and a new, larger roundhouse was built in 1993. By 2022, the roundhouse was in need of repairs.
What You Can See and Do
When you visit Kule Loklo, you can explore the recreated village and imagine what life was like for the Coast Miwok people. It's a great way to learn about their culture and history.
The Big Time Festival
Every year, there is a public festival at Kule Loklo called "The Big Time." It usually happens in late July. This festival is a chance to see California Indian dancing and learn about Native American crafts. It's a lively event that celebrates the traditions of the local indigenous people.
Want to Learn More?
- Kule Loklo Volunteers
- Honoring the late Lanny Pinola
- Miwok Archeological Preserve of Marin (MAPOM)
- Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria (Coast Miwoks)
- Point Reyes National Seashore Coast Miwok Page
- Angel Island State Park Miwok Page
- Julia Parker - Grandmother's Prayer, DVD about Julia F. Parker
