Native American Heritage Events Across the U.S.

November marks Native American Heritage Month, with various initiatives across the U.S. celebrating Indigenous culture and history. Nat-Su Healthcare in Utah highlights the state's eight federally recognized tribes and the significant historical contributions of Native American Code Talkers during WWII. The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation hosts their annual veterans powwow, emphasizing the high military service rate among Native Americans and discussing economic challenges despite gaming successes. In Monmouth County, New Jersey, the T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center will premiere a film exploring the intertwined histories of the Lenni Lenape tribe and the African American community. West Hartford's Indigenous Recognition Task Force offers educational workshops and a film screening to encourage deeper engagement with Native American history and culture.