Tongva

California has been home to numerous American Indian groups for thousands of years. The Chumash, Miwok, Pomo, and Shoshone are just a few of the important groups that still call California home. The various groups adapted to the land around them and used it to thrive and prosper. They developed unique identities, languages, and customs through the centuries, and they have preserved their long-standing traditions despite the U.S. government's attempts to assimilate these groups into the growing U.S. culture. Today, American Indians in California celebrate their rich history to keep their cultures alive and strong.