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Veterans and families gather for remembrance at Hibulb Cultural Center

Cultural drumming and reflection brought generations together at the Tulalip center on Veterans Day, according to Tulalip News.

Exterior of Hibulb Cultural Center on the Tulalip reservation.
Hibulb Cultural Center, photographed in 2015. Photo: Brianhe / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Veterans and their families came together at Hibulb Cultural Center on Wednesday, Nov. 11, for a Veterans Day gathering that included cultural drumming and time for reflection.

Tulalip News reported that community members across generations joined the gathering to recognize people who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Its account emphasized Native American veterans and the tradition of military service among Indigenous peoples.

Family gatherings were part of the commemoration, alongside the drumming and remembrance. The focus, Tulalip News said, was on recognizing veterans’ service, dedication and sacrifices.

The gathering took place at Hibulb, the Tulalip community’s cultural center at 6410 23rd Avenue NE. Readers interested in visiting can find current hours and admission information on Hibulb’s visitor page.

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