San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| (200) | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
 United States ( California) | |
| Languages | |
| English, Serrano | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| other Serrano people |
The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is a federally recognized tribe of Serrano people in San Bernardino County, California.[1][2] The band is made up of the Yuhaviatam clan of Serrano people, who have traditionally lived in the San Bernardino Mountains.[3] The other federally recognized Serrano tribe is the Morongo Band of Mission Indians.
Government
The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is headquartered in Patton in San Bernardino County.[4] The tribe is governed by a democratically elected, seven-person tribal council,[3] and their current tribal chairperson is Lynn Valbuena.[4]
Reservation
San Manuel Reservation [5] is a federally recognized Indian reservation in San Bernardino County. Originally, it was 658 acres (266 ha) in size,[2] but has expanded to 800 acres (320 ha). Established in 1891, the reservation was named for Santos Manuel, a prominent tribal leader.[3]
Economic development
The San Manuel band employs over 3000 people and is one of the primary employers in the Inland Empire region of California.[3] They own and operate San Manuel Indian Bingo and Casino, Serrano Buffet, The Pines, SportsWatch Grill, Tutu's Food Court, and the Snack Shack, all located in Highland. They also fund the San Manuel Amphitheater, located near Devore.[6]
See also
Notes
- ↑ "San Manuel Reservation." SDSU: California Indians and Their Reservations. 2011. Retrieved 25 Nov 2012.
- 1 2 Pritkzer 143
- 1 2 3 4 "Tribal Government." San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. Retrieved 25 Nov 2012.
- 1 2 "Tribal Directory." National Congress of American Indians. Retrieved 25 Nov 2012.
- ↑ San Manuel Reservation: 34°09′23″N 117°13′03″W / 34.15639°N 117.21750°W
- ↑ "San Manuel Indian Bingo and Casino San Bernardino." 500 Nations. Retrieved 25 Nov 2012.
References
- Pritzker, Barry M. A Native American Encyclopedia: History, Culture, and Peoples. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2000. ISBN 978-0-19-513877-1