Learn About Native American & Alaska Native Heritage With Videos, Activities and More

Native American & Alaska Native Heritage Month

November is a time to celebrate and learn about the rich and diverse cultures, languages, and histories of Indigenous peoples across the United States.

This month is an opportunity to honor Indigenous culture makers, visionaries, activists, and leaders—past and present—while amplifying the contemporary voices of Native Americans and their communities.

History of Native American Heritage Month

Originally conceived in 1915 as a single day recognition of Native peoples’ contributions to the development of the United States, Dr. Parker—a Seneca Indian and the director of the Museum of Arts and Science in Rochester, NY—convinced the Boy Scouts of America to host a First Americans Day.

This event evolved over the 20th century, taking place on different dates in different states and under various names, until 1990 when President George H.

It is a time to honor Indigenous culture makers, visionaries, activists, and leaders—past and present—while amplifying the contemporary voices of Native Americans and their communities.

Learn about Native American & Alaska Native Heritage with videos, activities, and more.

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