news | Tuesday January 31, 2023

Conversations with Khahtsahlano: As We Knew Him Footage

Following the release of Conversations with Khahtsahlano 1932–1954, Massy Books and Vancouver Public Library hosted an evening of stories from relatives of Sḵwx̱uwú7mesh Chief August Jack Khahtsahlano. Conversations with Khahtsahlano 1932–1954 is a rare first-hand account of traditional life with memories spanning back to 1881. The publishers and those connected to Khahtsahlano spoke about both Chief Khahtsahlano himself and importance of bringing these stories of our local history into the present.

If you were unable to attend the event on January 26, you can watch footage from the event here.