Middletown Rancheria of Pomo Indians of California facts for kids
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| over 73 | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| United States (California) | |
| Languages | |
| English, Pomoan languages | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Pomo tribes, Wappo, Lake Miwok, Wintun |
The Middletown Rancheria of Pomo Indians of California is a special community of Native Americans in California. It is home to people from the Pomo, Wappo, and Lake Miwok tribes. This group is a federally recognized tribe. This means the United States government officially recognizes them. This recognition allows them to have their own government and manage their land. The tribe's main office is in Middletown, California.
About the Middletown Rancheria
The Middletown Rancheria is the official land of the tribe. It is located north of Santa Rosa in Lake County. This land was set aside for the tribe in 1910. It covers about 109 acres (0.44 square kilometers). Today, more than 73 tribal members live on the rancheria.
Tribal Businesses
The Middletown Pomo tribe runs local businesses. One of their main businesses is the Twin Pine Casino and Hotel. This business is located in Middletown. It helps create jobs and supports the tribe's community.
Learning and Schools
Education is important for the Middletown Rancheria community. Students living on the rancheria attend schools in the Middletown Unified School District. This school district provides education for children and teens in the area.
