The Storyteller's Hands: Carvings and Teachings of Bun Lucas  
March 24th, 2025 - June 26th, 2025

Milton “Bun” Lucas (1925-1996), a revered elder of Pomo and Miwok descent from the Stewarts Point/Kashia Pomo community, was a powerful spiritual leader dedicated to keeping his people’s cultural traditions alive. Through Native dance and song, Bun passed on the rich origin stories of the Pomo and Coast Miwok peoples, reconnecting generations to their heritage and ancestral roots.

From a young age, Bun honed his skills as a woodcarver, starting with his grandfather’s pocket knife. He spent his life creating intricate carvings of animals and human figures, selling them at local venues like Midgley’s Flea Market in Sebastopol. His work was mentioned in a 1979 Press Democrat article, showcasing his passion for sharing his culture through art.
 

Exhibit reception Friday, April 4th, 2025 3:00 - 6:00 pm

Reception Video Recording:

On April 4, 2025, the SRJC Multicultural Museum and the Native American Center held a special opening reception celebrating:

The Storyteller’s Hands: Carvings and Teachings of Bun Lucas.

A speaking program featured friends and family of Bun Lucas. The video is 49:55 in length and will open in a new tab. Click the thumbnail at left to play the video.