Does anyone know how to trace Native American family history?

Question:

Does anyone know how to trace Native American family history?

When Native Americans were put onto reservations, their family names were changed to suit the "White Man". I have Indian heritage from both sides of the family and cannot trace it back to my ancestors. I want to tell my children who our ancestors were so they can be proud of who they are.

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: The radio and television show "Questions and Ancestors" has an episode on Native American Genealogy. You can listen to the episode on your computer, or you can download the episode as an mp3 file.

Also check out Indian Tribal Records at Access Genealogy and Online Native American Indian Records and Databases (see links below).