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Native American Heritage Month

This guide brings awareness to celebrate and recognize the many contributions made by Native people in the United States.

Database Spotlight

Visit the Indigenous Governance Database (IGD) to access online resources about tribal self-governance and policy. 

National History Heritage Month

From the United States Senate: "In 1990 Congress passed and President George H. W. Bush signed into law a joint resolution designating the month of November as the first National American Indian Heritage Month (also known as Native American Indian Month)."

Discover Indigenous Territories, Treaties, and Languages

Use Native Land Digital's interactive map to discover the original inhabitants of the land where you reside. Check out this NPR article to learn more about the Native Land Digital non-profit. 

Government Websites

The following are some government websites that focus on Native American Heritage Month:

Places to Visit in the Area