It is a myth that contemporary indigenous people live only on reservations and are not present in the modern world or their ancestral homelands. Efforts are being made by native groups and individuals, federally recognized tribes, and non-profit organizations, to return to the mid-Atlantic and Northeast and maintain a presence there, both physically and culturally.

Educated, informed, and involved people are better able to support themselves and their communities. The importance of this is especially true for Indigenous Americans, as they are often excluded or disregarded from decision making processes, even the ones that directly impact their communities and ways of life.

If you are a non-Native landowner, you can support Native Americans and their legacy by staying informed and correcting myths, stereotypes, and other inaccuracies. Instead of believing and spreading falsehoods, rely on accurate information to share awareness of the reality of being indigenous in the Unites States today.