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Maryland

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128,000+Native people (2020 Census)
26thin U.S. Native population
0federally recognized tribes based here
3state-recognized tribes

Population is the 2020 Census count of people identifying as American Indian or Alaska Native alone or in combination, rounded down to the nearest thousand. Rank uses the same count. Tribe totals reflect headquarters and official state recognition; federal and state counts may overlap. Maryland recognizes the Piscataway Indian Nation, the Piscataway Conoy Tribe and the Accohannock Indian Tribe.

Listings last reviewed October 29, 2026.

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What's happening in Maryland

Events appear once the host announces the date and come down after the last day.

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  • Nov7

    American Indian Heritage Day

    Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard · free · 11 a.m.–4 p.m. · Government source
    Native dancers, demonstrations and family activities.
    Celebration
  • Nov7

    Howard County Native American Heritage Month Celebration

    Harriet Tubman Cultural Center, 8045 Harriet Tubman Lane, Columbia · noon–3 p.m. · Government source
    Hosted by Howard County. Register on the county page.
    Celebration
  • Nov15

    Indigenous Peoples Celebration

    Irvine Nature Center, Owings Mills · free · 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. · Host's page
    At the Native American Educational Site, built with the Baltimore American Indian Center. Guided hikes through the day.
    Celebration
  • Nov21

    Baltimore American Indian Center 50th Annual Pow-Wow

    Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium · admission charged
    Hosted by the Baltimore American Indian Center, 410-675-3535.
    Powwow
Annual events to watch for (1)

Usually held around this time of year. Dates have not been announced yet, so check with the host before you go.

  • OctTBA

    American Indian Festival

    Patuxent River Park, Upper Marlboro · Host's page
    Celebration
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Tribes & organizations

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State-recognized tribes

Recognized by the State of Maryland. State recognition is not federal recognition.

Piscataway Indian Nation

P.O. Box 312, Port Tobacco · 301-752-1820 · [email protected]
State-recognized in 2012.
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Piscataway Conoy Tribe

Southern Maryland
State-recognized in 2012. Includes the Choptico Band and the Cedarville Band of Piscataway.
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Accohannock Indian Tribe

Somerset County, Eastern Shore · 410-422-2178
State-recognized in 2017.
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Urban and intertribal organizations

Baltimore American Indian Center

113 S. Broadway, Baltimore · 410-675-3535
Community and cultural center since 1968, with culture classes, a heritage museum and the yearly Pow-Wow. Call before visiting the museum
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Native American LifeLines

1 E. Franklin St., Suite 200, Baltimore · (410) 837-2258
Urban Indian health program: case management, behavioral health, a weekly dental clinic on Tuesdays, referrals and youth services
Official website
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Maryland Commission on Indian Affairs

Statewide
State commission that connects Maryland’s Native communities with state government. It is not a tribe or enrollment office
Government source
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Community resources

Community centers, health and family services, elder and youth programs, and job training for Native people.

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Education & culture

Indian Education programs, tribal colleges and university programs, museums, language programs and research resources.

Indian Education programs in public schools

This public school program serves Native students and families. Ask your district if it has one.

  • Baltimore City Public Schools: Indian Education Program
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Tracing Native ancestry in Maryland

Where to look for Native American genealogy records in Maryland.

"Ay, jitos, start with your family's names, counties, church and birth records. Then use Mayis at the Maryland State Archives to follow older spellings and communities back in time."

Why the search matters: Gathering your family's records may or may not lead to tribal enrollment. For some families, the road back to enrollment has closed, and that loss is real. Either way, the search matters. Every name, place, document and story helps restore a piece of what was carried, hidden, scattered or lost. Sometimes belonging begins not with being admitted somewhere, but with finally understanding where you come from.
Good to know: Finding a Native ancestor does not establish tribal membership. Each tribe determines its own citizenship requirements.
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