When we think of American history, it often stretches back only a few hundred years to the forming of the nation. However, the true human history of the lands we live on today dates back to the Paleo-Indians, who were the first settlers on the continent around the end of the Ice Age 14,000 years ago. Since then, Indigenous populations have made these lands home — some temporarily as they lived a nomadic existence and others who built up such spectacular villages that their remnants can still be seen today. While much of Indigenous history has been erased and overlooked, an overdue reckoning is starting to put many sites back in the spotlight. Here are 17 U.S. landmarks you can visit to commemorate Indigenous history.
Share
