Entering the Place of Emergence

The area around Rancho Los Alamitos and the CSULB campus is honored as a sacred place of emergence ( Povuu'ngna) for the Tongva-Gabrieleno people. On Sunday, June 13 at the Rancho, Come Home to Povuu'ngna explores the culture and heritage of their ancestors who lived in this area for thousands of years. After an opening procession, there will be traditional dance, music, and demonstrations of traditional food and medicines. Admission is free, with parking available at CSULB parking lot with a shuttle to the Rancho. The Wildhorse Native American Association will be selling refreshments at the event.