National Native HISTORY:American Heritage Month (National Today)

Who was one of the first supporters of having an American Indian Day?

• Rev. Sherman Coolidge

• Dr. Arthur C. Parker

• George H.W. Bush

• Seneca Indian

In which year was the first American Indian Day declared?

• 1915

• 1916

• 1990

• 1994

Who called upon the country to observe American Indian Day?

• Rev. Sherman Coolidge

• Dr. Arthur C. Parker

• George H.W. Bush

• Seneca Indian

Which president approved the joint resolution to name November as National American Heritage Month?

• Rev. Sherman Coolidge

• Dr. Arthur C. Parker

• George H.W. Bush

• Seneca Indian

What was the original purpose of American Indian Day?

• To celebrate the unique contributions made by Native Americans

• To establish the Museum of Arts and Science in Rochester, New York

• To convince the Boy Scouts of America to create a day for Native Americans

• To grow and establish the United States

Who was the director of the Museum of Arts and Science in Rochester, New York?

• Rev. Sherman Coolidge

• Dr. Arthur C. Parker

• George H.W. Bush

• Seneca Indian

Which organization adopted American Indian Day for three days?

• Rev. Sherman Coolidge

• Dr. Arthur C. Parker

• Boy Scouts of America

• Seneca Indian

When was the resolution approved to name November as National American Heritage Month?

• 1915

• 1916

• 1990

• 1994

What is the current name of the month dedicated to Native American heritage?

• National Native American Month

• National American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month

• Native American Heritage Month

• National American Heritage Month

Who issued the declaration to name November as Native American Heritage Month?

• Rev. Sherman Coolidge

• Dr. Arthur C. Parker

• George H.W. Bush

• Seneca Indian