Established through Public Act 30 of 1974, Michigan Indian Day is observed on the fourth Friday of September each year. This day honors the history, sovereignty, resilience, culture, and continued contributions of Michigan’s 12 federally recognized Tribal Nations:

• Bay Mills Indian Community
• Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians
• Hannahville Indian Community
• Keweenaw Bay Indian Community
• Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians
• Little River Band of Odawa Indians
• Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians
• Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians
• Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi
• Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians
• Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe
• Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians

Michigan Indian Day is an opportunity to reflect on the history of the first peoples of these lands, recognize the hardships Tribal communities have endured, and celebrate our traditions, languages, and cultures that remain strong today.

We proudly honor all 12 sovereign Tribal Nations and their lasting impacts throughout Michigan.