American Indian Heritage Month

November is American Indian Heritage Month

Check out suggested books, resources, and more celebrating American Indian cultures and heritages.

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Explore the voices and experiences of Virginia’s tribal communities, highlighting the commonwealth’s Indigenous history and how the tribes remain a vital part of Virginia today. From the Library of Virginia.
Explore the voices and experiences of Virginia’s tribal communities, highlighting the commonwealth’s Indigenous history and how the tribes remain a vital part of Virginia today. From the Library of Virginia.

More for Native American Heritage Month

Books by American Indian Authors

From memoirs to horror novels, dive into one of these books written by American Indian authors.

More For Children

New American Indian Picture Books

Picture book stories featuring some of the many American Indian tribes

American Indian Heritage Month

Stories, legends, and nonfiction from American Indian traditions for children of all ages. Includes picture books and chapter books.

For Tweens & Teens

November is American Indian Heritage Month

Fiction and nonfiction books for young adults that explore American Indian cultures and traditions.

American Indian Folktales & Stories

These stories from American Indian cultures are wonderful to share.

Native American Heritage Month at the Smithsonian
Events, resources, podcast episodes, and more.


Native American Heritage Month Official Government Website
Event and exhibit highlights from The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, and more.


National Archives Resources
American Indian history from the National Archives.


National Museum of the American Indian
The NMAI cares for one of the world's most expansive collections of American Indian artifacts, including objects, photographs, archives, and media covering the entire Western Hemisphere, from the Arctic Circle to Tierra del Fuego.


National Park Service Resources
Explore the stories and resources in honor of Native American Heritage Month in National Parks.


Virginia’s NAHM weppage
Includes current statistics on American Indian tribes in Virginia.

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