Land Acknowledgment

At InyoMonoHistory.com, we honor the enduring legacy of the Nuumu (Paiute), Newe (Shoshone), Timbisha (Timbisha Shoshone), Mono, and Kawaiisu peoples, who have called the lands of Inyo and Mono Counties, known to them as Payahuunadu and Panawe, home since time immemorial. Their stewardship, traditions, and resilience have shaped this region’s cultural and natural heritage. We equally celebrate the pioneering spirit of the settlers who arrived in the mid-19th century, drawn by the promise of mining, farming, and new opportunities, whose determination and ingenuity laid the foundations for the communities of Inyo and Mono Counties. We are committed to preserving and sharing the rich, multifaceted history of this land with accuracy and respect, fostering a community where all—Native and settler descendants alike—can explore and honor our shared past.