![]() 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