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Kathlamet Indian Language (Cathlamet)

Kathlamet was a Chinookan language, considered by most linguists to be part of the Penutian family of languages. The last speakers of Kathlamet died in the 1930's and few records of the language remain today.

˜Kathlamet Language Resources –

Kathlamet Vocabulary
Our list of vocabulary words in the Kathlamet language, with comparison to words in other Penutian languages.

Kathlamet Texts
Collection of legends in Kathlamet with English translation and linguistic notes.

˜Kathlamet Culture and History Links –

Chinook Tribe
There isn't a distinct Kathlamet tribe anymore, but the Kathlamet and Wakiakum people are represented by the Chinook tribe today.

Cathlamet Indians
Brief article on the Kathlamet tribe's interactions with the Lewis and Clark expedition.

Kathlamet Legends:
Collection of Kathlamet Indian legends and folktales.

Rolls of Certain Indian Tribes in Oregon and Washington
Genealogical documents regarding the Clatsop, Tillamook, Chinook and Kathlamet tribes in the early 20th century.

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