Learn more about the limited edition Native American Heritage Night Scarf available on Sept. 13

Taylor Dean, a member of the Puyallap Tribe, designed the scarf with Coast Salish elements and inspiration

The Portland Timbers celebrate Native American Heritage Night on Sept. 13 when they host the New York Red Bulls at Providence Park (7:30pm PT, TICKETS).

Puyallap Tribe member Taylor Dean has designed a limited edition scarf available exclusively for purchase at PTFC Authentics locations at Providence Park.

Additionally, the evening features performances from Members of the Confederated Tribes of Grande Ronde ahead of the match outside Gate F from 5:45pm-6:15pm as well as on the field following warmups at approximately 7:20pm. Plus, the national anthem will be sung by Klamath/Ojibwe singer Rebecca Kirk.

About artist Taylor Dean and the scarf

The scarf design was created by Portland artist and Puyallap citizen Taylor Dean. Dean says the design inspiration features, "Three keystone aspects of Coast Salish culture: salmon (the animal which gives us life and in return we have a sacred duty to protect), water (which serves as a home to our food and a transportation system), and singing (which is fundamental to ceremonies and cultural events)."

Dean works at the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board as an outreach specialist, providing designs for tribal public health promotion. Their artistic style is rooted in the traditions of Coast Salish wood carving, ancient Coast Salish pictographs and petroglyphs, and Coast Salish blanket and basket weaving via which Dean investigates personal narratives, connects with culture, and shows an appreciation for the natural world.