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The text on the back of the photo reads: "[Native American Chiefs] came to Mission to inspect the church with purpose of building one for their own tribe situated across the mts. When they learned that the Frs. had built it from proceeds of sale of…

Adult male in Western clothing standing with daughter and son. Girl in traditional kuspuk, boy in overalls and hat

Bishop (unidentified) at Barnabee St. Joachim (site now under water) during confirmation.

Location #4 in the upper right corner was the main school house for young Native American Boys. Many were forced to attend the boarding schools.

This image captures the mission grounds within the Flathead Reservation and the surrounding Mission Range Mountains can be seen in the background.

Two Native American girls and a male Bishop standing in front of building. All individuals are dressed in Western clothing, the girls wearing white dresses. Girls hair is cut short. Location is Nespelem, WA.

Native woman dressed in white dress holds a prayer book with necklaces of the cross. She is a first communicant and is pictured in front of slouching native men. The photo was taken at the Church of St. Lima in Keller, WA.

This photograph shows the honorary position of Church Chief who is privileged to carry the big flag of Sacred Heart during the Good Friday night procession.

Inside of a chapel at Sacred Heart Mission in Nespelem, WA. Chapel pews and altars with statues of Jesus Christ and the Virgin Mary are visible.