Native Americans in Texas

Have you ever wondered who lived in Texas before explorers and settlers arrived? This article introduces you to tribes in Texas and you will learn how they hunted buffalo, fished along the coast, and farmed in the valleys. You will also discover how they made agreements with different governments and how some of their traditions are still part of Texas today. Three tribes still call Texas home and continue to share their culture. As you read, think about what questions you would ask if you could talk to someone from one of these tribes and what you would want to know about their life in Texas long ago.

Grab your explorer hat and get ready to meet the Native American groups that once called Texas home. Along the way you will discover how they built their homes, found food, told stories, and worked together as a community. As you keep exploring, you will see how these tribes shaped Texas history and influenced the first European settlers.