October 14 is Indigenous Peoples’ Day in the United States. It’s a day to honor the history, the resilience, and the many cultures and traditions of Indigenous peoples. (In the United States, Indigenous peoples are also called American Indians or Native Americans.)

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is the second Monday in October, the same day as Columbus Day, which has been a federal holiday since 1937. One reason for this is to recognize that American Indians were in the Americas for thousands of years before Italian explorer Christopher Columbus landed there.

One way to observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day is to learn more about Indigenous peoples. There are hundreds of American Indian tribes in the United States. Each has its own history, culture, and traditions. So, where should the learning begin? You can start where you live. If you’re in the United States, find out which Indigenous peoples live or lived where you now live and learn about their history.