Northern Mexico and the US Southwest
Yavapai
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Lands
Central and western Arizona, US, including Fort McDowell near Phoenix and Prescott
Countries United States
Facts 3
Today
In September 2026 the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, about 950 members, marked 123 years since its land was set aside in 1903.
As of 2026 Source: Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, Welcome to Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation (opens in a new tab) Checked Suggest a correction to this fact
Achievement
In 1976 Fort McDowell Yavapai community members voted 144 to 57 against selling their land for the Orme Dam, and in 1981 the dam was called off.
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Culture
Yavapai people are known for exceptional baskets, and the Yavapai-Prescott Indian Tribe flag carries a historic basket design.
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