Nevada is home to our beloved public lands and we need your help protecting them! In eastern Nevada is Bahsahwahbee, locally known for its iconic Swamp Cedars. This special land holds deep historical and religious significance for the Indigenous Newe Peoples of Eastern Nevada and Western Utah.
Bahsahwahbee was once a large-scale religious gathering and pilgrimage site. But during the 19th century, Newe people were targeted at this site during their ceremonies and massacred on three separate occasions, one massacre being the largest known Indian massacre in US history. Today, three Tribal Nations (the Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation, the Duckwater Shoshone Tribe, and the Ely Shoshone Tribe) are advocating for the designation of Bahsahwahbee as a National Monument within the National Park System to ensure its recognition, preservation, and commemoration.
We believe in the power of collective action, and that's why we are reaching out to you. Your voice matters, and we need your support to make Bahsahwahbee a National Monument. By adding your name in support, you can contribute to the efforts to protect this culturally rich and historically significant site.
Your signature will not only demonstrate your commitment to justice and preservation but also play a crucial role in urging decision-makers to recognize the importance of Bahsahwahbee.
Tell federal officials that you support the Bahsahwahbee (Swamp Cedars) National Monument proposal to preserve and commemorate the Tribes' exceptional history and culture at this site.
