Virginia Indians

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305.8009 (Ethnic relations)
917.55
970.1 (Virginia Indians history)
975.004 (Cherokee)
975.5 (Pamunkey)

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Virginia Indians

The following Virginia Indian Tribes are recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia:

The Virginia tribes listed above (except for Patawomeck) are currently seeking status as tribes recognized by the U.S. government. Other tribes/nations seeking recognition include the following:

Ani-Stohini/Unami Nation
United Cherokee Indian Tribe of Virginia
Wicocomico Indian Nation

The following Virginia Indian Tribes are federally recognized by the United States as of January 30, 2018:

More Recommended Web Sites on Virginia's Indians

American Indians in Children's Literature (book recommendations)
American Indian Resource Center, College of William & Mary