Indigenous peoples of California: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	California Indian

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Map of California and surrounding areas showing the traditional homelands of Indigenous peoples, with tribal names such as Miwok, Pomo, Chumash, Yokut, Shastan, Mojave, and others labeled within outlined regions across the state.

Miwok storytelling

Pomo girl's dowry or puberty basket

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Native American: California

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Edward W. Gifford

American anthropologist

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Roland B. Dixon

American anthropologist