Cattaraugus Reservation

Cattaraugus Reservation is a Native American reservation located in western New York, belonging to the Seneca Nation of Indians, part of the Iroquois Confederacy. It covers a substantial area of land designated for the Seneca people, providing them with sovereignty and self-governance. The reservation supports community life, cultural practices, and economic development for its residents. It also hosts government offices, cultural sites, and businesses that serve both the local population and visitors. The reservation plays a vital role in preserving Seneca traditions while operating within the broader legal and geographic framework of the United States.