Augustine Band-MSN Indians Epa
The Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians, located in Coachella, CA, is one of the nine Cahuilla Indian nations in the region. With a history dating back over 3,000 years, the Cahuilla People have been the first known inhabitants of the Coachella Valley and surrounding mountains. Today, the Augustine Band is comprised of Desert Cahuilla and is dedicated to preserving their rich cultural heritage through traditions such as the Cahuilla language and bird songs.
With approximately 3,000 enrolled members, the Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians is part of a larger community of Cahuilla tribes, including Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians, Cabazon Band of Mission Indians, and Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, among others. The Cahuilla People have a deep connection to the land, and their villages were interconnected by well-defined trail systems, facilitating movement and gathering. Through their history, traditions, and resilience, the Augustine Band continues to contribute to the cultural fabric of the Coachella Valley.
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