Our Heritage

History and Culture
The Confederated Tribes of Siletz is a federally recognized confederation of over 30 bands, originating from Northern California to Southern Washington. Termination was imposed upon the Siletz by the United States government in 1955. In November of 1977, we were the first tribe in the state of Oregon and second in the United States to be fully restored to federal recognition. In 1992, our tribe achieved self governance, which allows us to compact directly with the US Government. This gives us control and accountability over our tribal programs and funding. We occupy and manage a 3,666 acre reservation located in Lincoln County, Oregon. We manage several resources, including water, timber and fish.
Artifacts and historical documents are stored and displayed at the Siletz Tribal Cultural Center. Our Cultural Resources Director is Robert Kentta.
Pow-Wow and Culture & Heritage Committee Meetings
Pow-Wow Committee Meeting
March 13th, 2023 at 5:30 PM
Location: Zoom
Please contact Buddy Lane – BuddyL@ctsi.nsn.us for information or questions.
Culture & Heritage Committee Meeting
March 14th, 2023 at 4:30 PM
Location: Zoom
Please contact Buddy Lane – BuddyL@ctsi.nsn.us for information or questions.
Contact Information
Siletz Tribal Community Center
402 Government Hill Rd
Siletz, Oregon 97380
Cultural Resource Manager
Robert Kentta
RKentta@ctsi.nsn.us
541-444-8244
Language & Traditional Arts Instructor
Nick Viles
NickV@ctsi.nsn.us
541-484-4234 ext. 1757
Cultural Education Manager
Buddy Lane
BuddyL@ctsi.nsn.us
541-444-8230
Toll Free: 1-800-922-1399 ext. 1230