Sacred Connections: The Significance of Indian Rocks

This chapter explores the deep-rooted historical and cultural importance of Indian and mortar rocks in Berkeley for contemporary Native individuals, particularly the Ohlone people. It highlights the emotional ties to these sites, where ancestral traditions continue to resonate, while critiquing the lack of awareness from visitors about their significance. Through discussions on preservation and renaming, the chapter emphasizes the need to honor and respect Indigenous narratives and the ongoing relationship with the land.