About

Wisconsin is home to the largest number of Native American tribes east of the Mississippi River. The reservations of these eleven sovereign nations occupy more than one half million acres of Wisconsin’s most beautiful and unique landscapes: pristine lakes, rivers and streams, towering forests and ancient wild rice beds, each teaming with an abundance of wildlife.

NATOW was launched as a state wide initiative in 1994 by GLITC. Our focus is to promote tourism featuring Native American heritage and culture. Tourism provides an excellent opportunity for tribes to diversify their economies, while telling the true story concerning their history and culture.

Tribal art, traditions and culture are significant parts of both Indian and non-Indian communties in the State, making Wisconsin a remarkable place to explore the history of Native American people.

NATOW has grown significantly over these last few years. All efforts are coordinated by their own Tourism Development Director, and the executive board members report directly to the GLITC Board of Directors. It is this collaborative spirit that drives the initiatives forward on a continual basis.