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A Seminole mother and her children at Brighton Reservation, Florida, in 1949.

The Seminole People

The Seminole are a group of Native American people who live in Florida and Oklahoma. They formed in the 1700s from different groups who settled in Spanish Florida. Today, they are three groups: the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, the Seminole Tribe of Florida, and the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida.

The word Seminole means “wild” or “runaway.” Long ago, people in Florida used this name for locals who lived freely in the forests. The Seminole people call themselves yat'siminoli, or "free people."

The Seminole have special traditions, like the Green Corn Dance. They also make beautiful crafts and have their own ways of celebrating. In Florida, they lived in special homes called chickees with open sides and grass roofs.

Today, the Seminole people live in different places but keep their traditions alive. They have their own governments and work together to help their communities. Many people visit Florida to learn about Seminole culture and see their beautiful crafts.

Images

Portrait of Co-ee-há-jo, a Seminole Chief, painted in 1837 by George Catlin.
A historical sign at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park that tells the story of freedom and the Underground Railroad.
Captain Francis Asbury Hendry stands with Seminole community members, reflecting Florida's history and cultural heritage.
Portrait of a Seminole woman painted by artist George Catlin.
A Seminole family from 1916 posing at their camp near Kendall, Florida. This image offers a glimpse into the traditional life of Native Americans in the early 20th century.
A traditional Seminole Indian Thanksgiving meal featuring wild turkey, venison, and pie, showcasing the cultural heritage of the Seminole tribe in Florida during the 1950s.
A colorful Seminole patchwork shawl from the 1980s, showcasing traditional Native American textile art.
Historical illustration of the clipper ship Seminole, showcasing its elegant design and sailing capabilities.

Related articles

Native Americans in the United States
Florida
Oklahoma

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