<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2DFL97_0wDmNQf100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2DFL97_0wDmNQf100" width="980" height="653" ><figcaption>Canva</figcaption></figure><p>Native Americans, or indigenous people, are known for their highly unique culture and longstanding civilizations. But where, in Texas, were they more prevalent, and are there any still around?</p><p>The <a href="https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/discover/campfire-stories/american-indians">Bullock Museum website</a> includes the stories of many Lone Star State tribes. Four tribes, specifically, were highlighted: the Karankawas, Caddos, Jumanos, and Comaches.</p><h2>Who were the Karankawa Tribe in Texas?</h2><p>First met by the Spanish explorer <a href="https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/cabeza-de-vaca-lvar-nunez">Cabeza De Vaca</a> in 1528 near Galveston Island, the <a href="https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/discover/campfire-stories/american-indians">Karankawas</a> greeted numerous European sailors ever since.</p><p>Most were peaceful, but one altercation arose when French explorers reportedly stole a boat from the tribe, beginning a slew of fights that ultimately ended with the tribe as the victors.</p><p>By 1858, there were only a few members of the tribe remaining near Rio Grande City due to Comanche and European attacks and disease.</p><h2>Who were the Caddo Tribe in Texas?</h2><p>Located primarily in East Texas, <a href="https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/discover/campfire-stories/american-indians">Caddos</a> were mainly farmers and traders, building networks and relationships with other tribes and settlers.</p><p>This tribe also lived in settlements of up to several hundred people. The Caddos also adhered to a matriarchal society, following the law of their female leaders.</p><p>In portions of West Texas, Caddo tribes began trading with French and Spanish merchants who eventually spread deadly diseases. Between 1646 and 1816, the Caddo population reportedly dropped by 95%.</p><h2>Who were the Jumano Tribe in Texas?</h2><p>In present-day West Texas, the <a href="https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/discover/campfire-stories/american-indians">Jumanos</a> lived along rivers and springs, trading with settlers and other tribes. They also served as guides and translators to many settlers.</p><p>In order to protect their tribe from the Apaches, the Jumanos eventually joined them. By the mid 1800s, the two tribes were no longer separate.</p><h2>Who were the Comanche Tribe in Texas?</h2><p>One of the more common tribes in the country, the <a href="https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/discover/campfire-stories/american-indians">Comanches</a> ruled much of North and West Texas. There were noted as travelling down from Colorado and Kansas, hunting bison and raiding other settlements along the way.</p><p>In 1875, Comanche Chief Quanah Parker surrendered to save his remaining people from settlers and a growing United States of America after decades of disease and war.</p><p>Today, there are <a href="https://hcpl.net/blogs/post/a-quick-primer-on-texas-native-american-tribes/#:~:text=Tribes%20in%20Texas,governmental%20mechanism%20to%20recognize%20states.">three federally-recognized tribes</a> in Texas. The Alabama-Coushatta in Polk County, Kickapoo in Maverick County and Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo in El Paso County.</p></div></body>

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Where Were Native American Tribes in Texas?

Native Americans, or indigenous people, are known for their highly unique culture and longstanding civilizations. But where, in Texas, were they more prevalent, and are there any still around?. The Bullock Museum website includes the stories of many Lone Star State tribes. Four tribes, specifically, were highlighted: the Karankawas, Caddos,...