In 1990, under President George H.W. Bush, Congress passed a resolution declaring November Native American Heritage Month to honor the achievements and contributions of the original inhabitants of the land.
What better way to celebrate the 35th anniversary, than to learn more about the communities that are indigenous to North Texas – Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo), opens a new window, Jumanos, opens a new window, Tawakoni, opens a new window, and Wichita, opens a new window – and read books written or illustrated by Native American creators!
Native American Heritage Month for Littles, opens a new window
Native American Heritage Month for Kids, opens a new window
Native American Heritage Month for Teens, opens a new window Native Voices in Adult Literature, opens a new window
Want to explore more? Check out Whose Land, opens a new window to see the territories and travel patterns of different indigenous communities.
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