Before white colonizers took land from indigenous people already living in Idaho, the Nimiipuu people occupied much of the north central part of the state. French fur traders who encountered them in the 1800s mistakenly called them Nez Perce. But their real name is Nimiipuu, meaning “the people.” Through everything they've endured, the community has held on to their traditions through their language, stories, art and more.
Idaho Matters speaks with high school student and Nez Perce filmmaker Brandon McHone about his first documentary, called "Creative Hearts & Minds of the Nez Perce."Also joining the conversation are Stacia Morfin, storyteller and Executive Director of Nez Perce Toursim and beadmaker/artist Mikailah Thompson. During the conversation, we learn how each guest is working to preserve and celebrate Nimiipuu culture.
