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'Scht Wiwnu Park Naming Ceremony

Community event

Join us to celebrate the new, permanent name for the former Custer Park. 'Scht Wiwnu (ish-chit way-el-noo) means "the path of the huckleberries" and comes from Ichishkin Sńwit, a language spoken by Native American tribes from the Columbia River area.

March 28, 2026 3:00 pm 5:00 pm

All are welcome at the 'Scht Wiwnu Naming Ceremony on Saturday, March 28, 3-5pm.

This event will include: 

Native drumming and songs 
Family-friendly activities including planting and tending in the nature patch
Food from a Native vendor
Speakers including:
- Dallas Winishut of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs
- Retired Portland Commissioner Amanda Fritz
- District 4 Councilor Mitch Green
- Members of the naming committee

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