Native Peoples of the Arctic
Part of the North American Indian Nations series
Long before Europeans explored the lands and waters above the Arctic Circle, several Inuit groups lived in this harsh, snowy landscape. While many aspects of Arctic life have changed, the Inuit are working to preserve their traditional practices and languages.
Native Peoples of the Plateau
Part of the North American Indian Nations series
American Indians have lived in the Plateau region near the Columbia River for centuries, and many nations still do. Read more about the history and culture of the native peoples of the Plateau.
Native Peoples of the Great Basin
Part of the North American Indian Nations series
Long before Europeans came to the Great Basin, many nations of American Indians lived in the region. Many twenty-first century American Indians still do. Learn more about the past and present of the native nations of the Great Basin.
Native Peoples of the Northwest
Part of the North American Indian Nations series
The Pacific Northwest has long been home to many groups of native peoples, many of whom still live in the region. Learn more about the unique history and cultures of the native nations of the Northwest.
Native Peoples of the Southeast
Part of the North American Indian Nations series
Before Europeans came to the southeastern region of the United States, American Indian nations lived off the rich and varied land. Many still call it home. Find out what these groups have in common and what makes each nation unique.
Native Peoples of the Subarctic
Part of the North American Indian Nations series
Native people of the Subarctic region of North America have long had their own languages, cultures, and methods for hunting and surviving in this cold, snowy land. Read all about their history and culture.
Native Peoples of the Northeast
Part of the North American Indian Nations series
Before the United States existed as a nation, more than thirty independent American Indian groups lived in the Northeast region. Many still call it home. Discover what the varied nations have in common and what makes each unique.
Native Peoples of the Southwest
Part of the North American Indian Nations series
When Spanish explorers came to the Southwest region of the United States, they found more than 20,000 American Indians already living in the region. Learn about the history and culture of the native peoples of the Southwest.
Native Peoples of California
Part of the North American Indian Nations series
Before Europeans arrived in the California region, more than twenty independent American Indian groups called it home. Many twenty-first century American Indians still do. Find out what these nations have in common and what makes each of them unique.
Native Peoples of the Plains
Part of the North American Indian Nations series
Before the Plains region of the United States was divided up into states, this land was home to twenty-eight unique American Indian nations. Explore the history of these nations and find out how their culture is still alive today.
