Native Americans

I am proud of Idaho's vibrant history. Part of what makes up Idaho's culture is that it is home to five Native American Tribes: the Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai, Nez Perce, Shoshone-Bannock, and Shoshone-Paiute. They contribute to the richness of Idaho's history and are each important to its future.

Thousands of Native Americans were living in the territory that would eventually become Idaho. Although their numbers have declined over the decades, we owe much of our heritage to those who came before us.

This web page should be useful to those with Native American heritage and those who are interested in Native American affairs. I welcome your comments and suggestions to make this site even more useful.

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