Photo credit: NPS In 2021 the Nez Perce Tribe renamed a collection of artifacts compiled by Presbyterian missionary Henry Spalding in the 1830s and 40s. This collection, now known as the wetxuuwíitin' collection, is one of the most significant ethnographic collections in existence. You can learn more about the story of this collection from "Northwest Profiles: Long Journey Home," KSPS Public TV. The Plateau People's Portal also has excellent photos and information about the wetxuuwíitin' collection. |
Last updated: April 29, 2022