Culture Club
Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month! It's a time to celebrate and recognize Native American's vibrant culture, history, and contributions. Learn more by exploring the past of our nation's first people and check out our cultural wellness resources.
2.7 Million Native Americans live in the United States*
573 Federally-recognized tribes in the United States*
60 Percent of the food supply we eat came from the Native American’s agriculture
*Census Bureau, 2020
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Native American History
Podcast
Library of Congress & National Book Festival Presents
Join Joy Harjo, the first Native American U.S. Poet Laureate, Deb Haaland, the first Native American cabinet secretary, and Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden in a conversation about Native American Hertiage Month.
Virtual Exhibit
Why We Serve
This exhibit honors the generations of Native Americans who have served in the armed forces of the US.
Recipe
Roasted Salmon on Sticks
Native American culinary is the cooking method in North America. Learn how this traditional dish is made.
Catalogs
American Indian Treaties
Explore The National Archives series called “Ratified Indian Treaties, 1722-1869.” Explore the history of Native Americans with digitized treaties by date or tribe.
Fast Facts
Resources
For students
UF Multicultural and Diversity Affairs (MCDA)
UF MCDA is a department within the Division of Student Affairs. It provides a wide range of services, educational opportunities, learning, support, outreach, activities, and engagement for students.
Cookbook
Nizhónígo Iiná Cooking with Navajo Traditional Food Guide
Interested in traditional Native American dishes? Look no further! The Native American recipe guide below highlights four unique traditional dishes.
Tour
Native American Tours
Experience Native American Country with a native guide that provides an in-depth look at some of America’s most storied lands from all across the nation. Hear authentic stories from the people who call these lands home.