Treaty

Treaty with the Nez Percé, 1855

Land cession by the Nez Percé. Region: Idaho. Counties: Clearwater, Idaho, Lewis, Nez Perce. Associated dates: 1855-06-11, 1863-06-09, 1894-08-15.

Treaty Provisions

Hunting, Fishing, Gathering

Article 3 — “The exclusive right of taking fish in all the streams where running through or bordering said reservation is further secured to said Indians; as also the right of taking fish at all usual and accustomed places in common with citizens of the Territory; and of erecting temporary buildings for curing, together with the privilege of hunting, gathering roots and berries, and pasturing their horses and cattle upon open and unclaimed land.” — (Nez Perce Tribe)

Present-Day Tribes

  • Nez Perce Tribe of Idaho

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