With a long and storied history, the Barona Band of Mission Indians is always eager to share their culture and heritage, and is proud to welcome you to their land.
With a long and storied history, The Barona Band of Mission Indians is always you to their land and the magnificent Barona Valley Ranch Resort & Casino.
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In , without a homeland but with money in their pockets, members of that tribe purchased the Barona Ranch which today is the Barona Indian Reservation near Lakeside, about 30 miles northeast of San Diego. Through the endorsement of your locally-elected state representatives, schools in your area can now apply for Barona educational funding to purchase much-needed supplies and materials such as books and computers. The Barona Band of Mission Indians still carries that tradition on today. They use Indian gaming revenues to take care of their own and to make a difference for charitable organizations throughout the San Diego region. Sharing is a Native American tradition - one that dates back centuries. The Barona Band of Mission Indians is proud to help make a difference for schools throughout California. Barona Fire Department: {/INSERTKEYS}{/PARAGRAPH} Displays of handmade pottery, reed baskets, paintings, arrowheads, and other artifacts - over 2, in all - date back thousands of years, and bring to life the rich culture and history of San Diego's Native American community. {PARAGRAPH}{INSERTKEYS}Established in , the Barona Indian Reservation is home to this regal tribe, which is recognized by the United States government as a sovereign nation, and is governed by an elected Tribal Council. Their goal is to provide for a safe and secure quality of life to the members of the Barona Band of Mission Indians and their guests. For opportunities with the Barona Band of Mission Indians, click here. It is a source of pride for the Barona Band of Mission Indians to now say they are no longer taxpayers liabilities, but they are indeed bringing back their pride, building a community and rebuilding their culture. For the Barona Tribe, the list of accomplishments is impressive and inspirational. A strong and supportive community, the Barona Tribe is proud of its independence and self-reliance. San Diego County's unique Museum on an Indian Reservation dedicated to the perpetuation and presentation of the local Native culture. The reservation features its own museum, school, fire station, gas station, church, museum, and community center.