Tejon Indian Tribe

Tejon Indian Tribe The Tejon Indian Tribe of California is a federally recognized tribe of Kitanemuk Indigenous people of California.

Tejon will exercise its sovereignty and jurisdiction through meaningful self-governance honoring the needs and traditions of our people and ensuring the provision of exemplary service to our members. Tejon will dedicate itself to the highest standards of educational opportunity for its members so that they have the resources to personally succeed and represent the nation proudly and ably. Tejon wi

ll pursue health and medical support for all Tribal members to overcome the health issues so prevalent among us and all of Indian country and contribute to longer, happier and healthier lives. Tejon will ensure that families are secure on their lands and in their homes by reestablishing its land base and affording space and opportunity for all Tejon members to return and reside in safe, affordable, and appropriate housing.

Yesterday marked a milestone for our region with the grand opening of the Tejon Public Safety Center. It is home to the ...
05/29/2026

Yesterday marked a milestone for our region with the grand opening of the Tejon Public Safety Center. It is home to the Kern County Sheriff Tejon Substation and Fire Station #54. The foresight of Tejon Indian Tribe in bringing this vision to life speaks to the kind of community-first thinking that makes Kern County special.

Thank you to Sheriff Donny Youngblood and Fire Chief Aaron Duncan for your partnership and dedication. Hard Rock Casino Tejon remains committed to creating a safe, welcoming experience for our guests, team members, and the community.

The votes are in 🗳️Congratulations to Lisa Bradley, Octavio Escobedo III, and Philip Lozano, who will serve on our execu...
05/20/2026

The votes are in 🗳️Congratulations to Lisa Bradley, Octavio Escobedo III, and Philip Lozano, who will serve on our executive council for the next 4 years. 🌟

Tejon families came together today to celebrate our Annual Tribal Gathering, a cherished tradition that brings our commu...
05/17/2026

Tejon families came together today to celebrate our Annual Tribal Gathering, a cherished tradition that brings our community to life! 🌟 The day was packed with fun kids activities, exciting raffles, community voting, and a delicious shared lunch that had everyone leaving with full hearts and full stomachs.
Congratulations to Lisa Bradley and Chairman Octavio Escobedo III on their reelection, and a warm welcome to Philip Lozano, newly elected to the Executive Council. Our community’s future is in great hands! 🙌

From the Capitol in Sacramento to home in Kern County, Tejon showed up for MMIP Awareness Week.At the Capitol, Vice Chai...
05/13/2026

From the Capitol in Sacramento to home in Kern County, Tejon showed up for MMIP Awareness Week.

At the Capitol, Vice Chair June Nachor spoke before the Select Committee on Native American Affairs, with Council Secretary Lisa Bradley and Ofelia Flores of TCAP in attendance.

Back home they participated in the planning and ex*****on of events at CSUB, alongside students and staff. We’re proud of our leaders commitment to advocacy and justice.

📣 You’re Invited - Please see the flyer above!
05/07/2026

📣 You’re Invited - Please see the flyer above!

Today is Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Awareness Day. We remember those who are missing and those who were take...
05/05/2026

Today is Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Awareness Day.
We remember those who are missing and those who were taken, and we continue working toward justice for our communities.

“May is a time to speak truth for those who can’t, to honor the lives that were taken or are still missing, and to make ...
04/28/2026

“May is a time to speak truth for those who can’t, to honor the lives that were taken or are still missing, and to make sure our people are never overlooked again.”
- Ofelia Flores, Program Lead for the Tejon Community Advocacy Program (TCAP)

Happy Earth Day 🌍These photos from the Harrington archives remind us how the Tejon landscape has evolved, and how import...
04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day 🌍

These photos from the Harrington archives remind us how the Tejon landscape has evolved, and how important it is to remember what came before us🫱🏾‍🫲🏽✨

🐻 Did you know? In Kitanemuk, the word for grizzly bear is “Huneat.”For time immemorial, Huneat walked alongside our anc...
04/16/2026

🐻 Did you know? In Kitanemuk, the word for grizzly bear is “Huneat.”

For time immemorial, Huneat walked alongside our ancestors. Then, by 1924, they were gone, systematically wiped out from California’s land. But that story isn’t over.

Our Chairman, Octavio Escobedo III, stood before the California Legislature to champion SB 1305, the California Grizzly Restoration Act, authored by Senator Richardson. This bill directs the state to develop a science-based roadmap for the potential return of the grizzly bear to California, with tribal consultation at the center of that process.

Check out the video to hear more!

The Tejon Indian Tribe has cared for our adopted stretch of Highway 223 since 2007. What began with Elder Mike Lopez con...
02/08/2026

The Tejon Indian Tribe has cared for our adopted stretch of Highway 223 since 2007. What began with Elder Mike Lopez continues today, with Tejon volunteers clearing a 6-mile stretch of highway trash.

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4941 David Road
Bakersfield, CA
93307

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+16618348566

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