Proud Native Americans

November is Native American Heritage Month—a time to honor the rich traditions and cultures of Native peoples. Let’s raise our voices and show respect for their contributions and history.

It's a chance to celebrate the rich and diverse cultures, traditions and histories and important contributions of Indigenous people in our country, along with acknowledging their hardship and struggles both throughout history and in the present day.
There are over 9 million Native American Indians and Native Alaskans living in the United States today. With over 500 federally recognized tribes, there are hundreds of different cultures that are as unique as the people they represent. From artwork and literature to cuisine and music, there is much to appreciate and learn.
For example in the State of Wisconsin, there are 11 federally
recognized tribes. During this month take the time to learn,
grow, and be aware of our nation’s first residents...
39 distinct First American Nations reside in Oklahoma. Our stories do not begin and end with European contact. The Apache, Caddo, Tonkawa, and Wichita inhabited these lands before the United States was established. Some tribes also have a historical relationship to this region, including the Comanche, Kiowa, Osage, and Quapaw. Many of us are not in Oklahoma by choice as our peoples were removed and relocated from their homelands across the continent, but after nearly 200 years, our histories and cultural lifeways are now interwoven into this landscape. Celebrate the vibrancy and resiliency of our diverse cultures this month and every month!