Did you know the name "Wyoming" comes from a Algonquian Indian word? It is an
English corruption of the Lenape word
Chwewamink, which means "by the big river flat."
The Lenape never lived in the area that is now Wyoming, however... the state's name was borrowed from a placename in Pennsylvania.
The original inhabitants of the area that is now Wyoming included:
Wyoming Indians: Introducing Wyoming's Native American history and culture to kids.
Ancient Visions: Art book of ancient Indian petroglyphs and pictographs in Wyoming and Montana.
People of the Wind River: In-depth history of the Eastern Shoshone Indians of Wyoming.
What You See in Clear Water: Interesting book about tensions between Arapahos, Shoshones and whites in Wyoming.
Other resources about American Indian history, culture and society in Wyoming state:
Indians of Western Wyoming
:
History of Wyoming's Shoshone and Arapaho Indians.
Wyoming Reservations:
Extensive profiles of the Wyoming Indian tribes including culture, history, and contacts.
Wyoming Historical Museums Guide:
Directory of historical museums in each county of Wyoming, including museums dedicated to American Indian tribes.
Native American Culture
The Arapaho tribe
Contacts and FAQ page
