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In the Spotlight
Learn about and celebrate Indigenous People' Day with your students. Find even more resources from NK360° and the museum for teaching with Native perspectives.
Unlearning Columbus Day Myths
Bring Indigenous perspectives and more complete narratives to how your students learn about Columbus.
Honoring Original Indigenous Inhabitants
See how Land Acknowledgements can help create learning spaces that are respectful towards Native peoples.
Rethinking How We Celebrate American History—Indigenous Peoples' Day
Learn more about the origins of Indigenous Peoples’ Day and why it matters for all Americans.
Featured Teacher and Student Programs
Newly Updated! Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions from teachers and students about Native Americans.

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Paige Pettibon (Black and Salish descent) created this poster to show the “Indigenous and Black community’s support for each other.” Courtesy of the artist.
Paige Pettibon (Black and Salish descent) created this poster to show the “Indigenous and Black community’s support for each other.” Courtesy of the artist.
Indigenous Peoples’ Day: Black-Indigenous Youth Advancing Social Justice

In celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, hear from youth of blended Black and Native heritage who use art, activism, and policy to advance Black and Indigenous solidarity and affect positive change in their communities.

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Early Encounters in Native New York: Did Native People Really Sell Manhattan?
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American Indian Removal: What Does It Mean to Remove a People?
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The Navajo Treaty of 1868: Why Was the Navajo Journey Home So Remarkable?
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Northern Plains History and Cultures: How Do Native People and Nations Experience Belonging?
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Pacific Northwest History and Cultures: Why Do the Foods We Eat Matter?
suspended grass bridge
The Great Inka Road: How Can a Road System Be an Example of Innovation?
Quechua man gardening outside
The Inka Empire: What Innovations Can Provide Food and Water for Millions?
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American Indian Responses to Environmental Challenges
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Living Maya Time
Search the museum’s collection
Bring impactful, Native-centered primary source materials into your classroom through the museum’s Collections Search.
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Professional Development
Explore workshops designed to equip teachers with critical concepts and engaging pedagogy to support a transformation in teaching and learning about Native Americans.
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Virtual Field Trips
Learn about the rich, complex, and dynamic histories and cultures of Indigenous peoples of the Western Hemisphere from anywhere with our new virtual field trips.
Frequently Asked Questions about Native Americans
How many Indians lived in America before 1492?
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