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Gabrielino (Tongva) Language

Gabrielino was a Uto-Aztecan language of Southern California closely related to Serrano. Language loss has been especially severe in California, where enslavement and violence against Indian peoples were not actively discouraged, and the Gabrielino language has not been spoken since the 1940's, although some younger people hope to revive its use.

˜Gabrielino Culture and History Links –

Gabrieleno/Tongva Tribe of San Gabriel
     Official homepage of the Southern California Gabrielinos.
San Gabrielino-Tongva
     Article on Tongva Indian history and land struggles.
Gabrielino-Tongva Legends:
    Collection of Gabrielino Indian legends and folktales.
Four Directions Institute: Gabrielino Tribe
     Profile and historical timeline of the Gabrielino Indians. Also with links.
Tonga Deer Stew * Gesatho * Acorn Pancake Recipe * Islay Bread:
    Traditional Tongva recipes.

˜Books For Sale On The Tongvas –

The First Angelinos: The Gabrielino Indians of Los Angeles
     Good book on Gabrielino history and culture for sale online.
Gabrielino Native Americans * The Tongva Indians of California
     Kids' books on the Gabrielino tribe and their culture.



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