National Native American Heritage Month
National Native American Heritage Month is recognized in November to celebrate the traditions, languages and stories of Native America, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian and affiliated island communities to ensure their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive generation to generation.
The observation began in 1990 after President George Bush approved a joint resolution designating November “National American Indian Heritage Month.”
Facts About Native American Heritage Month
1916- New York became first state to declare “American Indian Day”
1976- President Gerald Ford proclaimed Oct 10-16, “Native American Awareness Week”
1986- Congress passed resolution designating Nov 23-30, “American Indian Week”
1990- Congress passed and President George Bush signed into law, November “National American Indian Month”
2008- Language was amended to also include the contributions of Alaskan Natives.
Student Learner Profile: Reflections on Native American Heritage through Ethnic Studies
The Gabrieleno/Tongva Trail at the Fedde Sports Complex
Board Presentations & Resources for National Native American History Month