Native American Image Resource Guide
Visual history is a vital part of documenting the Indigenous experience in North America. These archives, ranging from the U.S. National Archives to public domain collections, provide a rare glimpse into the daily lives, leadership, and cultural traditions of tribal nations during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
When researching Native American ancestry or history, these photographic records serve as primary sources. They help bridge the gap between written records and the living traditions of the people. We provide these links to reputable archives to assist researchers and students in finding authentic, respectful, and historically accurate visual resources.
Links to Native American Photos
Native American Images in the US National Archives
Use: Unrestricted
https://www.archives.gov/research/native-americans/pictures
Free to use old Photos of Native Americans on Unsplash:
Old Photos of Native Americans Free to use on Unsplash
Photographs of the American West on Unsplash includes photos of Native Americans: Uploaded by Boston Public Library
Photographs of the American West Free to use Images
Images on Pixabay published before 2019 are all CC0 or public domain, the ones after 2019 are a tad more restrictive the license is readily available there
Explore Native American Photos on www.Pixabay.com