Volume 14
The African Roots of Marijuana, 2019. Chris S. Duvall, Durham, North Carolina and London: Duke University Press
‘Grandfather Tree’: Ute Horror at the Killing of a Heritage Tree
The 2007 sign designating the Grandfather Tree as a Colorado landmark.
Young Ute tribal member in traditional garb speaking to the audience about theimportance of the tree to her heritage.
The Grandfather Tree just before being cut down. According to newspaper reporter Kelly Slivka … it was still green at its crown and stood quietly in the still air with hummingbirds and doves moving through it’s canopy.
Enshrined portion of Grandfather Tree in front of Ute Mountain Ute Tribal Headquarters.
Remains of the Grandfather Tree killed by the Delta Historical Society.
The Grandfather Tree just before being cut down. According to newspaper reporter Kelly Slivka … it was still green at its crown and stood quietly in the still air with hummingbirds and doves moving through it’s canopy.