The bald eagle is now the official bird of the United States, nearly 250 years after it was first used as a symbol of the ...

'The Indian Card' reveals the complexities of claiming Native identity Carrie Lowry Schuettpelz explains systematic challenges Native Americans face.

Native American tourism experts on common mistakes non-Native visitors make—and how to be more mindful when you are arrive on tribal lands.

Do I use Native American, American Indian, and Indigenous? Learn the proper terms to honor tribal identities respectfully.

President Biden will issue a formal presidential apology to the Native American community for atrocities committed against Indigenous peoples during the era of federal Indian boarding schools, he ...

History What If Native American Tribes Had Gotten Their Own State? Historian Donald L. Fixico explores a forgotten moment in Oklahoma history and its lessons about liberty.

Indian Relay, dubbed "America's original extreme sport," has roots dating back centuries to horse stealing raids. Native Americans are keeping the dangerous and compelling racing tradition alive.

In November, celebrate Native American Heritage Month with Smithsonian events, resources, exhibitions, and podcast episodes. Explore the online companion to the bold exhibition revealing the ways ...

A Native American Indian Tribe has been harassed, threatened, beaten, and arrested by agents of the Federal Government for daring to discuss the restoration of their sovereign rights. Tribal ...

Indigenous communities in Arizona are still dealing with the trauma of Indian boarding schools like Phoenix Indian School, which attempted to eradicate Native American cultures.

The Timberwolves honor the Prairie Island Indian Community during Native American Heritage Night, showcasing cultural appreciation and inclusivity on November 8.

President Biden is expected to issue a formal apology for the federal government’s Native American boarding schools during a visit to Arizona on Friday. Gila River Indian Community Gov. Stephen ...