Native American Tribes of Northwestern New Mexico

Navajo Nation

Largest U.S. tribe (>300,000), spanning 27,000 sq mi across AZ, NM, UT. Renowned for weaving, silversmithing, pottery.

Acoma Pueblo

Oldest continuously inhabited community in U.S. (atop mesa). Known for unique clay pottery.

Laguna Pueblo

West-central NM, ~4,000 people. Traditional ceremonial dances.

Zuni Pueblo

West-central NM, ~6,000. Distinctive pottery, weaving, fetish carving, jewelry.

Jemez Pueblo

North-central NM, ~3,000. Ceremonial dances, pottery, red-rock setting.

These Pueblos maintain sovereign governments, languages, and cultural practices.