This mutual education is one of the underappreciated legacies of the Ozette project.

It contributed to a generation of Northwest Coast archaeologists who understood the importance of community engagement, and it contributed to a generation of Makah community members who understood the methods and limitations of archaeological research.

The long-term relationship between Washington State University and the Makah Tribe that was built through the project persisted in various forms beyond the conclusion of the fieldwork.

A Note on What 55,000 Means