History and Future of the Tejon Indian Tribe
Schedule
Sat Oct 04 2025 at 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
KCL - Beale Memorial Library | Bakersfield, CA
This program is brought to you by the One Book Project and Tejon Indian Tribe. To learn more about the One Book Project visit KCLonebook.org. Chairman Octavio Escobedo III of the Tejon Indian Tribe will present on the tribe's historical background, cultural significance, and impact in Kern County and California. He will also discuss their current endeavors as it relates to economic development, education, housing and healthcare along with a brief update on the tribe's project, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tejon.ABOUT THE GUEST SPEAKER Chairman Octavio Escobedo III
Octavio’s involvement in Tribal Government began in 2013. He has served as an Executive Committee member-at-large, Vice Chairman, and is now in his ninth year as Chairman of the Tejon Indian Tribe. During this time, he has developed a deep understanding of the challenges that Indian Country faces daily and has been instrumental in moving the Tribe forward to economic development and social initiatives. Octavio’s vision along with the perseverance of the Tejon Tribe has forged an exciting partnership with Hard Rock International. Come join is to learn more about the tribe, its history, and its future.
