We are deeply saddened to have to share with you the news that Duane Pasco has passed. Duane's knowledge, passion, and generosity made him a unequalled teacher of the arts that he was so skilled at and inspired by. The JayHawk Institute is currently working to bring you a film about the life and work of Duane Pasco and we look forward to sharing his remarkable story when it is complete.

The JayHawk Institute was founded out of the desires of noted Pacific Northwest Native Style artist Duane Pasco and his wife Betty, a Suquamish tribal elder and weaver/artist/teacher to pass on their considerable knowledge of, and passion for, Pacific Northwest traditions and culture. Duane and Betty have long been involved in teaching and sharing their arts to students, tribal members and others who share their interests in this amazingly rich heritage.

The JayHawk Institute is a means of broadening that effort and assuring that it endures.