Welcome to our page dedicated to the return of Indigenous tribes to Yellowstone National Park. This sacred land, with its breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife, holds deep cultural and spiritual significance for the Indigenous people of our region. 

Since the establishment of Yellowstone as a national park in 1872, Indigenous peoples were forcibly removed, leading to a loss of their cultural heritage. Today, we celebrate a historic movement: the return of Indigenous tribes to Yellowstone. This initiative honors their connection to the land and promotes stewardship, cultural preservation, and healing.

Through collaboration with tribal nations, park authorities, and conservation groups, we aim to restore traditional practices, protect sacred sites, and deepen the understanding of Yellowstone's cultural heritage. Join us in exploring this journey of reconnection, resilience, and a vision for a future where Indigenous knowledge and conservation efforts unite to honor and protect this cherished land.

HOMELAND AND CROSSROADS FOR AT LEAST 27 INDIGENOUS TRIBES, YELLOWSTONE AS A PLACE HAS AN ANCIENT HUMAN HISTORY—ONE SELDOM ACKNOWLEDGED IN ITS FIRST 150 YEARS AS A PARK

NAGPRA Information 

National Association of Tribal Historical Preservation Preservation Officers 

YELLOWSTONE REVEALED TRIBAL STORIES

Link to resources and map of the 27 associated tribes who have ancestral and modern connections to the park

Temporary Art Installation Highlights Native Presence in Park

Participants hope the project continues growing Yellowstone's engagement with tribes

Immersive art exhibit in Yellowstone emphasizes past and present Native presence in the park

Chandler and Pease wanted to create a more contemporary representation of Indigenous presence in the park and create an immersive experience for all visitors.