History & Culture
Long before Arizona became a state, hundreds of generations of Native people lived across its deserts, mountains, canyons, and forests. Along with their unique traditions and cultures came a rich variety of languages, many of which are still spoken today. Arizona remains one of the most linguistically diverse states in
History & Culture
The Navajo Code Talkers were one of the most vital assets to the United States military during World War II, creating a code that was never broken by the enemy. The idea originated with Philip Johnston, a World War I veteran who had grown up on the Navajo Nation as
History & Culture
Arizona’s night skies are among the darkest in the nation. For the Diné, or Navajo people, the stars are far more than glittering lights above the desert. They are family, protectors, teachers, and guides for living in harmony with the world below. Each star has a place and purpose.