Tübatulabals of Kern

Indigenous people of the Kern River Valley



The Tubatulabal Tribe.

The valley of the Kern River has been the home of three distinct bands which are collectively named Tübatulabal. The name Tubatulabal (which is loosely translated as “Pine‐nut Eaters”) 

The Tübatulabal people have always occupied the lower regions of the Southern Sierra Nevada surrounding the North and South Forks of the Kern River. 

Chief Esteban Miranda

(at Miranda Allotment)

Here you’ll find past articles & blog post.

Covid 19 Campaign

The Tubatulabal Tribe and First Nations Institute will return to Kern River Park, in Kernville this Friday, August 13, between 6pm to 8pm to distribute Covid 19 information and personal protections. Come and join us. Remember, VACCINATE!!

Rhythms at the River events at Kernville Park

The tribe will be participating at the Rhythms at the River events at Kernville Park

On August (Fridays 6pm to 8pm) by providing Covid 19 information and handouts. We have also collaborated with the Kern Valley Health Faire on September 17, 930am to noon at 6412 Laurel Ave., Mount Mesa, CA

Fundraising Campaign for Tubatulabal Tribe

HELP WITH OPERATION COST FOR TUBATULABAL TRIBE

We need your donations, help us get it done.

Tubatulabal Donation Campaign

The valley of the Kern River has been the home of three distinct bands

The three bands that comprise the Tubatulabal Tribe are the Palegawan, Pahkanapul, and Bankalachi (Toloim); which are culturally and linguistically closely related.

Hours of Operation

MON – FRI
10:00am – 4:00pm

SAT - SUN
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