Indigenous History of the Chesapeake
The history of the Chesapeake Bay's Indigenous people's stretches back more than 15,000 years and continues today. 
Smith's Voyages
In the summer of 1608, Captain John Smith embarked on two exploratory voyages of the Chesapeake Bay, convening with tribes along the way. 
American Indian Tribes Today
It is a common misconception that American Indians no longer live in the Chesapeake Bay area. Tribal governments are still active today! 
Mapping the Bay
Mapping of the Chesapeake Bay stretches back more than 450 years. Who made these maps and why? Find out here. |
Last updated: February 16, 2022