U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland

NATIONAL News:

Today marks National Native American Heritage Day, which annually on the day after Thanksgiving, honors American Indians across the nation.

The day celebrates the vibrant cultures, traditions and heritages while recognizing Native Americans’ many contributions to the nation. The day also encourages listening to Native American voices and fostering pride in the vibrant and layered heritage embedded deep within society.

U.S. Department of the Interior Deb Haaland, the first Native American to serve as a cabinet secretary, is a member of the Pueblo of Laguna and a 35th generation New Mexican. 

Secretary Haaland sent out the following tweet today celebrating National Native American Heritage Day:

“Native Americans are the keepers of traditions and defenders of our natural resources. This Native American Heritage Day, I honor our culture and our ancestors. At @Interior, we will continue to include Indigenous knowledge as we protect our lands for future generations.”