Join the ‘ottoy Initiative for a celebration of Ohlone science and culture on Indigenous Peoples’ Day! Explore indigenous astronomy in our Planetarium, learn about Ohlone acorn gathering in yuutka, connect with nature in the Outdoor Nature Lab, and more! Plus hear a presentation from ‘ottoy Initiative leaders Vincent Medina & Louis Trevino.

Activity Schedule

12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Learn țallik
in the Outdoor Nature Lab

Learn to count in chochenyo by playing the traditional Ohlone stick dice game țallik!

12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Tea Tasting
in the Outdoor Nature Lab

Taste traditional Ohlone teas from our ‘ammatka Cafe!

1:30 p.m. 

Ohlone Astronomy with Vincent & Louis
in the Planetarium

Hear ‘ottoy Initiative leaders Vincent Medina & Louis Trevino share Ohlone knowledge and traditions around the sun, stars, and more!

2:00 p.m. 

Ohlone Walking Tour with Vincent & Louis
meet in the Lobby

Hear ‘ottoy Initiative leaders Vincent Medina & Louis Trevino share Ohlone knowledge and traditions around the sun, stars, and more!

3:00 p.m. 

PBS Encapsulated Memory Screening and Q&A
C Level, Room I

Watch an episode of PBS’ California Climate series featuring Vincent & Louis, then stick around for a Q&A with the ‘ottoy Initiative leaders.