The Jackson Band of Miwuk Indians was first recognized by the Federal Government in 1898. The Tribe held a meeting in 1979 and established a formal government. They are a federally recognized tribe of Miwok people.
Official Tribal Name: Jackson Band of Miwuk Indians
Address: 12222 New York Ranch Rd., Jackson, CA 95642
Phone: 1-800-822 9466
Fax: (209) 223-8385
Email: Email Form
Official Website: Jackson Rancheria
Recognition Status: Federally Recognized
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Alternate names: Formerly known as Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians or Jackson Rancheria
of Me-Wuk Indians of California
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Miwok, Mewuk
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Region: California
State(s) Today: California
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Confederacy: Miwok
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Reservation: Jackson Rancheria
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