Turtle Island

Turtle Island is a Indigenous name used primarily by Native American and First Nations peoples to refer to North America. The name symbolizes the belief that the continent was born from a turtle's back in their creation stories. It reflects deep cultural and spiritual connections to the land and nature. While "Turtle Island" is often used in a cultural or political context to honor Indigenous heritage and sovereignty, it also serves as a reminder of the original inhabitants and their ongoing relationship with the continent.