Post written in collaboration with the Aquarium of the Pacific. All opinions are my own!
On September 21-22, 2019, the Aquarium of the Pacific will be celebrating it’s 15th annual Moompetam Native American Festival. Moompetam (pronounced \’mohm peh tahm), meaning “People of the Ocean,” is derived from the word for saltwater in the Tongva language. The festival celebrates various tribes in Southern California who have maintained strong connections to the ocean for hundreds of years and into modern times. It’s a fun way to discover and explore the rich and diverse cultures of the maritime native people including the Tongva, CHumash, Acjachemen, Costanoan, Luiseno, and Kumeyaay.
The festival will feature traditional music, dance, storytelling, cultural craft demonstrations and educational programs. Families will be able to participate in arts and crafts for all ages and other activities inspired by local indigenous maritime cultures. Native American artists will present cultural materials, such as basketry, items of adornment, and artifacts of daily life.
Price
- Included with regular admission $34.95 adult (12+), $31.95 senior (62+) and $24.95 child (3-11).
- Free for children under 3 and Aquarium members.
Save $10 on adult admission during the festival with this coupon! (Just click on it and print it out!).
Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way
Long Beach, CA 90802
Moompetam Native American Festival
About Aquarium of the Pacific
The nonprofit Aquarium of the Pacific is a community gathering place where diverse cultures and the arts are celebrated and where important challenges facing our planet are explored by scientists, policymakers, and stakeholders in search of sustainable solutions. The Aquarium is dedicated to conserving and building nature and nature’s services by building the interactions between and among peoples. Home to more than 11,000 animals, Aquarium exhibits include the Ocean Science Center, Molina Animal Care Center, and the Tentacles and Ink and FROGS: Dazzling & Disappearing exhibits. Beyond its animal exhibits, the Aquarium offers educational programs for people of all ages, from hands-on activities to lectures by leading scientists.
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