puyaləpabš, 'people at the bend at the bottom (of the river)'
About Our Tribe
About the Puyallup Tribe
The Puyallup Tribe of Indians have lived along the shores of the Puget Sound in Washington State for thousands of years.
The ‘people at the bend at the bottom of the river’ have been known for being “generous and welcoming to all people.” Living off the waters of the Puyallup River fed by Mount təqʷuʔbəd, the Puyallup People continue to fish, hunt and travel these waters, taking much care of their sacred resources. They continue to practice their traditional ways, just as their ancestors did.”
Stewards of the land and water
The Puyallup Tribe has protected lands and waters since time immemorial. In the late 20th century, Tribal Members fought for fishing rights, leading to the historic Boldt Decision in 1974.
The Tribe has taken a stance for the environment and people of Pierce County and neighboring areas by standing against Tacoma LNG, Electron Hydro and other threats to the health and well-being of the people and species that call the land and waters home.
The Puyallup Tribe's Regional Impact
As one of the most urban tribes in the United States, the Puyallup Tribe is committed to being a good neighbor. It is consistently one of the top 10 employers in Pierce County, it fights to protect the environment, its economic development projects create jobs, and it donates millions of dollars each year to charitable organizations through its Charity Trust Board and through donations made directly by the Puyallup Tribal Council.
Other Tribal Entities
- Chief Leschi Schools – siʔab ləšx̌ayʔ x̌alalʔtxʷ
- Commencement Bay Cannabis
- Emerald Queen Casino – qʷadᶻilc tsi siʔab sbitaləalʔtxʷ
- Puyallup Chocolates
- Puyallup Tribal Enterprises
- Puyallup Tribal Health Authority – taqʷubəd
- Salish Cancer Center
- Tahoma Print & Manufacturing
- Woven Seafood & Chophouse
- Qwibil: A Natural Healing Consultation & Research Center
