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Washoe Display

Learn about the history of the Washoe people in Olympic Valley and the Tahoe area.

The Washoe (or Wašišiw, which means “people from here”) inhabited the land around Lake Tahoe dating back thousands of years. Da ow aga, the Washoe word for “edge of lake,” is the source for the name Lake Tahoe.

Visit the Washoe Display, located on the mezzanine level of High Camp, to learn more about the history and culture of the Washoe people and the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California.

Washoe Display Highlights

Read about the history of the Washoe people in Olympic Valley
See a map of historic Washoe territory
Learn about the Washoe language
Enjoy artifacts generously on loan from the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California

Washoe Cultural Talks
Join us this summer for stories of Washoe history and culture from the Valley and surrounding mountains. Talks are every Friday at High Camp. Meet at 9:15am in front of the Aerial Tram building. See event details on our Events Calendar.

Further Reading: Our Name Change Blog Series
The Name Change, Part One: The Washoe Tribe
The Name Change, Part Two: The S- Word
The Name Change, Part Three: The Resort's New Name
The Name Change, Part Four: The Washoe Tribe & The Resort Today

Phone	800-403-0206
Hours of Operation	Open every day the Aerial Tram is running.
Location	High Camp
Address	1960 Olympic Valley Rd Olympic Valley CA 96146

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Darrel Cruz, Director of the Tribal Historic Preservation Office and Cultural Resources Office of the Washoe Tribe

Washoe Cultural Tours

Join members of the local Washoe Tribe at High Camp for stories of Washoe history & culture from the Valley & surrounding mountains. Every Friday in the summer. Free!

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Scenic view during winter of Palisades Tahoe, showing both the Alpine Meadows and Olympic Valley sides

Our New Name

In 2020, we came to the conclusion that it was time to change our name. The old name was derogatory and offensive. It did not stand for who we are or what we represent. We could not in good conscience continue to use it.

The Name Change

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