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Starved Rock History from a Native Perspective
Monday, November 09
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ela Area Public Library
Meeting Room A and B (R117)Discover the rich history of Starved Rock through the eyes of Ho-Chunk tribal elder Gerald Ho-Chunk Ska Ga (White Winnebago).
Discover the rich history of Starved Rock through the eyes of Ho-Chunk tribal elder Gerald Ho-Chunk Ska Ga (White Winnebago). Drawing on generations of family knowledge and Native tradition, Gerald shares the fascinating stories behind the park—from the local tribes and the legend of Starved Rock to the Civilian Conservation Corps, the infamous Starved Rock Murders, Native ceremonies, and the park's transformation into one of Illinois' most treasured destinations. As the grandson of Chief Walks with the Wind and Stands on a Cloud, Gerald continues his family's legacy of preserving and sharing Ho-Chunk history, offering a unique and meaningful Native perspective on the past and present.