ROUND IT UP Children of the Setting Sun

Children of the Setting Sun is an Indigenous-led production company based in Bellingham that collects and shares Salmon People stories. These are stories about working families with deep spiritual life connection to the natural world that amplify the fight to save salmon from extinction, free rivers and protect the environment, helping ensure the Indigenous way of life is passed on to future generations—fusing the requirements of mind and heart into a collective, enabling transformation. Our films, art, narratives and gatherings showcase this way of life and serve as a catalyst for the change in values needed for continued human existence.

The Salmon People pathway is about gratitude, generosity, respect, and the urgent need to give back to Mother Earth. CSSP is a proud contributor to the Pacific Northwest arts community.

“KEEP

MY FIRES BURNING!”

“In the 1930’s my Great Grandfather, Frank Hillaire formed a Lummi song and dance troupe named, “Children of the Setting Sun.” Before passing, my great grandfather left these instructions to his descendants, “Keep My Fires Burning!” As my grandparents and parents before me, we continue to follow these instructions.”

–Darrell Hillaire, Executive Director, Founder settingsunproductions.org

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Jesintel: Living Wisdom from Coast Salish Elders

by Children of the Setting Sun Productions, edited by Darrell Hillaire and Natasha Frey

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Nineteen elders from Coast Salish communities in the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia offer a portrait of their perspectives on language, revitalization, and Coast Salish family values. Topics include naming practices, salmon, canoe journeys and storytelling. Jesintel reminds us of the importance of maintaining relations and traditions in the face of ongoing struggles.