Timbisha Shoshone Tribe

The Timbisha Shoshone Tribe is a federally recognized Native American tribe with deep historical and cultural ties to the harsh yet beautiful landscape of Death Valley and its surrounding areas in present-day California and Nevada. The Timbisha people, part of the larger Western Shoshone group, have lived in this region for thousands of years, developing a unique way of life adapted to the desert environment. Traditionally known for their expert basket weaving, resourceful use of native plants, and deep spiritual connection to the land, the Timbisha Shoshone have endured centuries of challenges, from European colonization to modern land disputes. Today, the tribe continues to preserve its language, traditions, and sovereignty while advocating for its rights and maintaining a strong presence in its ancestral homeland.