Cultural Preservation

Bigger herd would support tribe’s economy, land and culture, says herd manager

On a wind-swept Oregon beach, Native culture and science share space

To combat "death by numbers," Chairman Frank Whiteclay moves to classify all 14,289 current members as full-blooded, so future generations aren't erased by colonial math

Buffalo’s Fire reporters reflect on their biggest stories of 2025

Chef Nephi and UTTC students celebrate food as medicine

By blending tribal regalia with holiday tradition, Indigenous veterans in Oregon are creating a safe, inclusive space where children see themselves in the magic of Christmas.

Thousands of Natives expected to camp, bring horses, tell stories about Custer’s defeat

The film tells the story of white buffalo calves on the Turtle Mountain Reservation

Dramatic play reveals power of Indigenous stories and community

Ruth and Juan De La Cruz encourage tribal members to grow and eat traditional produce

At an oak savannah near Eugene, Oregon, TEIP interns and elders carry forward a time-honored tradition, restoring meadow health and renewing relationship with the land

Governor highlights Indigenous people’s unique role in shaping the state’s history

Connecting with the nation’s youth is paramount

A concise guide to when, why and how to use Native American, American Indian or a tribal name—so you don’t trip over history, law or respectful language

For generations, Native Americans prized dentalium or tusk shells as currency, status symbols and sacred objects. Harvested in the Pacific, they were traded thousands of miles inland, held real value and have been used for over 6,600 years, continuing today