From towering cliff dwellings in Colorado to intricate earth mounds in Iowa, Native American monuments and heritage sites span the U.S., offering glimpses into vibrant civilizations that thrived long before European settlement. These places honor the contributions, traditions, and continued presence of Indigenous peoples, including American Indians, Native Alaskans, and Native Hawaiians. Are There…

Tribal loans come directly from Native American tribes or lenders owned and operated by federally recognized tribes. But these aren’t just typical personal loans — they’re part of how many tribes build economic independence and support vital community services. For many tribal nations, especially in rural or economically disadvantaged areas, traditional industries like farming…

Tribal land leasing is a complex process deeply tied to the history of American Indian sovereignty and the United States’ trust responsibility. Unlike private property, most tribal land is held in trust by the federal government for the benefit of tribes or individual Native Americans. This means that while tribes and individual Indian landowners…

Tribal clothing is more than fashion — it’s a living history, a wearable story that connects people to their roots, their ancestors, and their lands. Across the world, from Native American nations in the southwest and northwest to African villages, Filipino islands, Hawaiian communities, and beyond, tribal designs have adorned women’s dresses, men’s tunics,…

American Indian casinos have become one of the most important success stories in modern tribal economies. From small bingo halls to sprawling luxury resorts, these gaming operations fuel billions of dollars in revenue each year, support local jobs, and empower tribes to fund healthcare, education, housing, and essential services on their sovereign lands. Today,…

Tribal art is one of humanity’s oldest and most profound ways to tell stories. Across the world — from American Indian nations in the northwest and pacific regions to African, Polynesian, Aztec, Hawaiian, Colombian, Taino, and Puerto Rican peoples — tribal designs have long been a visual language of ancestry, land, spirituality, and resilience.…