Celebrating National Native American Heritage Month

November is National Native American Heritage Month, a time to acknowledge the important contributions of Native people while celebrating their rich and diverse cultures, traditions and histories.

Ways you can learn more

Visit an archaeological site on campus, the most notable being the Timucua Burial Mound, located near the UF Law School. Although the mound was largely destroyed for agricultural purposes prior to the 20th century, remnants of the mound were excavated by UF archaeologists in the 1970s.

Explore this UF Libraries guide highlighting educational resources about Native American and Indigenous peoples.

Experience exhibits at the Florida Museum of Natural History and the Randell Research Center.

Enjoy Calm resources featuring Native American artists and narrators:

• Dreams of He Sapa, Sleep Story
• Night Chants, Album of Native American flute music
• Visiting Old Friends, Sleep Story – Coming soon!

Find additional resources on the Chief Diversity Officer’s website.