Learn why Native regalia should not be called a costume,...
Native Americans Today:
Stories, Heritage, and Sovereignty
Explore Indigenous news, cultural traditions, rights, and resilience through stories written by and for Native communities.
Stories That Shape Our Spirit, Strengthen Our Future
Culture
Navajo Code Talker Museum Plan Draws Questions Over Consultation and Control
New Mexico’s plan to build a nearly $20 million Navajo...
Native American Symbols 101: Understanding a Rich Visual Heritage
Symbols are a universal language—yet deeply nuanced and culturally specific,...
Health, Wellness and Community
Senate Confirms Klamath Citizen Mark Cruz to Lead Indian Health Service
The U.S. Senate has confirmed Mark Cruz, a citizen of...
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Native Mental Health 2026: Traditional Healing & Modern Wellness Models
Discover how Native American communities are revolutionizing mental health in...
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The Legacy of Boarding Schools: Understanding Intergenerational Trauma & Healing
Explore the lasting impact of Indian Boarding Schools on Indigenous...
Read MoreHistory & Heritage
A Beginner’s Guide to Pre-Columbian Civilizations in North America
Discover the fascinating history of North America before 1492. Learn...
The Trail of Tears: History, Impact, and Modern Legacy
A comprehensive guide to the Trail of Tears: its causes...
Guide to Native Arts: From Navajo Weaving to Haudenosaunee Beadwork
Explore the history, symbolism, and modern revival of Native American...
News
Armed Federal Agents Accompany Border-Wall Crews onto Tohono O’odham Nation
Armed federal agents accompanied border-wall contractors onto the Tohono O’odham...
Native Forward Places $40 Million Into Permanent Fund for Native Students
Native Forward Scholars Fund will place $40 million into a...
New Federal Housing Law Opens Opportunities for Tribes but Leaves Major Reform Unfinished
A sweeping federal housing package became law on July 11,...
Sovereignty, Law & Policy
Native American Reservations Explained: Land, Government and Common Myths
The word “reservation” is often used as if it describes...
Navajo Code Talker Museum Plan Draws Questions Over Consultation and Control
New Mexico’s plan to build a nearly $20 million Navajo...
Interior Reverses Scotts Valley Band’s Vallejo Gaming Approval
The U.S. Department of the Interior has reversed its earlier...
Business & Entrepreneurship
Best Grants for Indigenous Business Owners
Discover top grants and funding opportunities for Indigenous business owners...
30 Native-Owned Businesses to Shop in 2025
From skincare and fashion to coffee and wellness, these Native-owned...
Upcoming Native American Events
September 2026
Sep
09
Sep
09,
2026
Independence Civic Center,
6363 Selig Drive
Cleveland, OH 44131 United States
6363 Selig Drive
Cleveland, OH 44131 United States
Explore the Native American history and stories of Ohio’s Cuyahoga Valley during a free community presentation, with signed copies of Native Americans of the Cuyahoga Valley available for purchase.
Sep
19
Sep
19,
2026
Steam-O-Rama Grounds,
1673 Manor Road
Windsor, PA 17366 United States
1673 Manor Road
Windsor, PA 17366 United States
Experience two days of Native American drumming, dancing, Grand Entry, Native foods, crafts, flute music, vendors, and cultural sharing at the Muddy Run Powwow in Windsor, Pennsylvania.
$6.92
Sep
24
Sep
24,
2026
First Entertainment Credit Union,
6735 Forest Lawn Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90068 United States
6735 Forest Lawn Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90068 United States
Join The WICT Network: SoCal for an evening celebrating Native American women in entertainment, featuring filmmakers Valerie Red-Horse Mohl and Yvonne Russo, a panel, Q&A, and networking.
$17.85
October 2026
Oct
10
Oct
10,
2026
High Plains Environmental Center,
2698 Bluestem Willow Drive
Loveland, CO 80538 United States
2698 Bluestem Willow Drive
Loveland, CO 80538 United States
Spend an afternoon learning about Native American culture and history through ethnobotany, land-use history, cultural presentations, traditional songs, dance, and community conversation in Loveland, Colorado.
$20
