History

This group is probably extinct, though a few members may be mixed in with the Confederated Tribes of the Siletz, where the remaining members were relocated.

Geography

The Alseas lived on the western coast of Oregon, around what is now Alsea Bay.

Culture

Hunters of seals and sea lions, fishers of salmon. Like many tribes in the area, they flattened the heads of infants.

Language

Alsea was an Alsean language very closely related to Yaquina. It is now extinct.

Religion

Very little is known about Alsea religion. It is thought to be similar to that of the Coos.

Arts

The Alseas wore robes of seal skin.