Nez Perce Tribe β Idaho
- Located in the Pacific Northwest, primarily in Idaho, with portions of their ancestral lands extending into Washington, Oregon, and Montana.
- Known for their skilled horsemanship and traditional Nez Perce Appaloosa horses.
- Engage in various cultural preservation efforts, including language revitalization programs and traditional ceremonies.
- Operate businesses such as casinos, timber, and agriculture to support tribal economic development.
- Advocate for environmental conservation and protection of natural resources.
- Provide social services, healthcare, education, and housing programs for tribal members.
List of Native American Tribes Recognized by the Federal Government
List of Native American Tribes: Federal recognition means that tribes have a special legal bond with the U.S. government, giving them access to federal help when needed. There are almost 574 officially recognized tribes in the United States, as listed by the Department of the Interiorβs Bureau of Indian Affairs.
Some members of these tribes, like Tom Cole from the Chickasaw Nation, have been elected to represent their states in the U.S. Congress. Tom Cole has been serving as a representative for Oklahoma since 2002.
Check the list of native American Tribes Recognized by the Federal Government in detail.