Reclaiming History: Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Crossword Puzzle: Explore key figures, events, and movements in the struggle for Indigenous equality.
Crossword Puzzle: Explore key figures, events, and movements in the struggle for Indigenous equality.
For too long, Columbus Day has celebrated a Eurocentric version of history, overlooking the rich cultures of Indigenous peoples and the violence they endured. Shifting to Indigenous People's Day honors the true history of this land and its original inhabitants, offering a step toward justice and reconciliation.
Learn about the importance of artifact repatriation and the efforts being made to return Indigenous cultural items to their rightful communities. Support museums that are actively involved in these efforts.
Discover more at the Repatriation Department of the National Museum of the American Indian.