Our mission is to honor the memory of the Potawatomi who were forced to march from their homelands in Indiana and sent to Kansas in 1838. Through our commemorative caravans, educational programs, historical preservation efforts, and community events, we raise awareness about this chapter in our history and celebrate the resilience and strength of the Potawatomi.
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Experience the living history of the Potawatomi people by retracing the 1838 Trail of Death, where over 850 Potawatomi were forcibly removed from Indiana to Kansas. As you walk or ride the Trail, you’ll encounter encampment markers that commemorate and honor the enduring legacy of the Potawatomi. Start your journey with an interactive Google map to help you follow the Trail. As you are guided along the Trail, you will gain insight to the events that transpired on the day of each encampment. We are developing additional immersive elements to enrich your experience of the Trail. Interactive audio diaries and extended reality tools are currently in progress, designed to bring the stories of the Potawatomi Trail of Death to life in powerful new ways.
Explore books and digital resources that offer historical context and personal insights into the Potawatomi Trail of Death.
Learn about the Potawatomi Trail of Death and explore the history, experiences, and lasting impact of this forced removal.
This map offers an immersive way, featuring embedded videos and audio clips, to experience and understand the Potawatomi journey.
Dive into the letters and journals of migrating parties, providing detailed accounts of the experiences during the Potawatomi Trail of Death.
