Wichita Indians
By:Kyle Smith
Region
The Wichita Indians lived in the great plains of Texas after they moved from Oklahoma.
Food they ate
The Wichita Indians grew corn and squash. They also planted plum trees and hunted buffalo.
How they got there food
The Wichita Indians were very good farmers but at times they would hunt and eat buffalo. They would eat whatever they could get.
Type of dwelling they lived in
The Wichita Indians lived in beehive shaped houses. The houses that the men used to go hunting with are called teepees.
Weapons and tools they used
The weapons they used included bow and arrow and war clubs with hide shields.
Special traditions or religion
Some traditions were to get a lot of tattoos and piercings. They also braided and oiled the woman's hair and men wore there hair long.
Orginazation or leadership
They had council circles which were ceremonial structures
Where are they right now
They are located in Caddo county Oklahoma.
unique fact
They made pottery and bead jewelry. The Wichita are still around today.