Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Whittier: A Day of Reflection, Community… and Escape
On Monday, October 13, 2025, communities across the U.S. observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day, a holiday that invites us to pause, reflect, and honor the cultures and resilience of Native peoples. In Whittier, that reflection is rooted in history: from Pío Pico’s legacy to Uptown’s community-centered traditions, the city is woven with stories of identity and heritage.
But beyond honoring the past, this day can also be about building connections in the present. And that’s where experiences like escape rooms come in — offering more than entertainment, they create space for teamwork, storytelling, and shared challenge.
🌎 History First: Grounding the Day
Pío Pico State Historic Park tells the story of Alta California’s last governor of Mexican descent, while also connecting visitors with the layered history of land and culture.
Whittier Museum offers exhibits that remind us how communities, both past and present, shape the identity of Southern California.
Across LA, Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebrations highlight storytelling, music, art, and education — opportunities to learn from traditions that continue to thrive.
🗝 Escape Rooms as Modern Storytelling
While escape rooms may seem like pure entertainment, the industry has grown into something more: an immersive form of storytelling that blends education, teamwork, and memory-making.
According to the Escape Room Industry Report (2024), escape rooms are now one of the fastest-growing group activities in the U.S., with over 2,300 facilities nationwide.
Nearly 70% of players say they choose escape rooms because they combine fun with mental challenge, while over 50% cite bonding and communication as the main takeaway.
Just like museums or historical sites, escape rooms immerse players in stories — except here, you become part of the narrative.
At The Nixon Escape, our rooms aren’t just puzzles; they’re designed to put you and your team into situations that demand collaboration and resilience — values deeply aligned with the spirit of community celebrated on Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
🎭 Choose Your Shared Story
Outpost drops you into a post-apocalyptic bunker where survival depends on your ability to communicate and adapt under pressure.
Asylum surrounds you with mystery and suspense, daring you to face fears while keeping your mind sharp and your teamwork tighter than ever.
Unlike the passive thrills of movies or theme parks, escape rooms engage all your senses and demand your participation. They are a space where history, imagination, and human connection intersect.
🍂 A Whittier Day, Start to Finish
Morning: Visit a cultural site like Pío Pico Park or attend a community celebration in LA.
Afternoon: Wander Uptown Whittier, grab lunch at Bizarra Capital or Phlight, and reflect on what you’ve learned.
Evening: Step into your own immersive story at The Nixon Escape, where puzzles, narratives, and teamwork take center stage.
🔑 Why This Matters
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is about remembering the stories that came before us and building stronger communities for the future. Escape rooms, at their best, are about the same thing:
Stories you can step inside
Lessons in teamwork, resilience, and creativity
Memories that outlast the moment
This October 13, honor the day by learning, reflecting, and sharing in experiences that bring people together.
Book Your Escape and make Indigenous Peoples’ Day both meaningful and memorable.