Colusa Indian Community facts for kids
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 55 | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
 United States ( California) |
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| Languages | |
| English, formerly Wintun | |
| Religion | |
| Roundhouse religion, Christianity | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| other Wintu people (Wintu, Nomlaki, and Patwin) |
The Cachil DeHe Band of Wintun Native Americans of the Colusa Rancheria is a Native American tribe. They are officially recognized by the United States government. This tribe is part of the Wintun people. They live in central California.
The Colusa Rancheria
- Further information: Colusa Rancheria, California
The tribe's special land is called the Colusa Rancheria. It is also known as the Cachildehe Rancheria. A rancheria is a small area of land set aside for Native American communities. This rancheria is in Colusa County, California. It was started in 1907.
The land is about 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The rancheria covers about 573 acres (2.3 square kilometers). Of this, 273 acres are held in trust by the government. The tribe privately owns the other 300 acres. Around 77 people live on the rancheria.
Language and Culture
Traditionally, the tribe spoke a language called Wintun or Patwin. This language belongs to the Wintuan language family. This family is part of an even larger group called the Penutian language family.
The Colusa Indian Community Council is working to keep their language alive. They have published a language book. They are also making language CDs and DVDs to help people learn. The Wintun (Patwin) language is different from the Wintu language. Wintu was spoken by tribes living further north in California.
Tribal Businesses
The tribe owns and runs several businesses. These businesses help the community. They include the Colusa Casino Resort. Inside the resort, they have different restaurants. These are Table 45 for casual meals and 37 Seventy for fine dining. There is also a bar called Jack's Place.
History of the Tribe
The Cachil Dehe Band of Wintun Indians officially formed on November 23, 1941. They started with 45 original members. They created their own rules and laws at that time. In 1969, the tribe built a traditional roundhouse. This is a special building used for ceremonies and gatherings. They updated it in 1993.
Education
Children living on the rancheria attend schools in the Colusa Unified School District.
