About the Omaha Tribe
The Omaha Tribe lives in the State of Nebraska, approximately
80 miles north of Omaha on a reservation between Sioux
City and the Missouri River. The tribe has resided in
this approximate area for over 200 years, having migrated
west from the Ohio valley. As their home implies, the
name Omahan or Omaha signifies 'those going against
the current or wind'. A peaceful tribe, the Omahans
lived by agriculture and hunting. They also originated
the Om aha dance, which is common to most tribes of
the plains.
The Tribe today consists of over 5000 members, with
nearly 2500 residing on the reservation. Their headquarters
is located in Macy, Omaha Indian Reservation.
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