Cultural Resources on North Carolina Native Americans

1. Museums & Cultural Centers

2. Historical Societies & Archives

  • State Archives of North Carolina - American Indian Records Contains historical documents, maps, and records relevant to North Carolina’s Indigenous peoples.

  • North Carolina Native American Heritage Commission Aims to promote the knowledge and understanding of Native American culture and heritage.

3. Genealogical Resources

  • North Carolina Genealogical Society Provides resources for tracing Native American ancestry, including records and databases.

  • Native American Heritage Genealogy Resource Guide Offers tips, guides, and resources specifically for researching Native American ancestry.

  • FamilySearch - Indigenous Peoples of North Carolina Comprehensive genealogical records and resources for researching family history.

4. Tribal Websites

5. Educational Resources & Research Centers

  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - American Indian Center Promotes understanding and research on American Indian history and culture.

  • Native American Studies Center at the University of South Carolina Lancaster Features research, exhibits, and programs on Southeastern Native American culture.

  • Native Knowledge 360° (Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian) Provides educational materials, online exhibits, and teacher resources.

6. Online Resources & Databases

  • Digital Public Library of America - Native American Collection Digital archive featuring historical documents, photographs, and more.

  • Native Land Digital Interactive map of Indigenous territories, languages, and treaties.

7. Books & Publications

  • "The Only Land I Know: A History of the Lumbee Indians" by Adolph L. Dial

  • "Cherokee Roots" by Bob Blankenship
    These and similar books can be found at local libraries, tribal centers, or online.