Fourteen Indian tribes are found within Arizona. Each tribe is distinct and the people and culture are unique within each tribe, however all are proudly united by their Indian Heritage. More than 19 million acres of land belongs to the twenty reservations.
The story of the Indian people is brought to life in their art forms and their cultural and social gatherings. It is a proud and spiritual story, woven into the tapestries and baskets, carved in the jewelry and pottery, crafted by skilled artists. (Purchasing Native American Artwork.)
The story of the Indian people is brought to life in the ceremonies, many of which are now open to the public. From the Mul-Cha-Tha "Gathering of the People" to the Snake Dances to the many other ceremonial activities, the public is given opportunity to view and participate in Indian history and culture.
Many tribes now host cultural centers, hubs of education and history, which are open to the public. Most Tribes offer annual social events including "All Indian Rodeos", pageants, and craft fairs. Many tribes also offer camping, hunting & fishing. (Camping/Hunting/Fishing on Native Lands) Although gambling is illegal in Arizona, many of the reservations (separate political entities) now have gaming available.
Below is the list of reservations located in Arizona. To find information on a particular reservation, please click on that reservation below.
