Northern Plains Tribes

Definition

Northern Plains tribes refer to indigenous groups that inhabited the region known as the Northern Plains in North America. These tribes had distinct cultures, languages, and societies.

Related terms

Lakota Sioux: One specific tribe within the Northern Plains tribes that played a significant role in American history.

Nomadic: Describes people who move from place to place rather than settling permanently in one location.

Buffalo/Bison: An important animal resource for many Native American tribes on the Northern Plains; provided food, clothing material, shelter materials, etc.