The Hopi Tribe is a sovereign nation located in northeastern Arizona. Over the centuries we have survived as a Tribe, and to this day have managed to retain our culture, language and religion despite influences from the outside world.

The Hopi Tribe is a sovereign nation located in northeastern Arizona. The reservation occupies part of Coconino and Navajo counties, encompasses more than 1.5 million acres, and is made up of 12 villages on three mesas.

Since time immemorial the Hopi people have lived in Hopitutskwa and have maintained our sacred covenant with Maasaw, the ancient caretaker of the earth, to live as peaceful and humble farmers respectful of the land and its resources. Over the centuries we have survived as a tribe, and to this day have managed to retain our culture, language and religion despite influences from the outside world.

We invite and encourage you to visit our Hopi lands. However, please be respectful of our laws, culture and way of life. It is our hope that this website will provide current and useful information about the Hopi Tribe.

Approximately 18,000 tribal members are enrolled in the Hopi Tribe and resides on a 1.5 million-acre reservation in northeastern Arizona, which is completely surrounded by the Navajo Nation. Known traditionally as Hopituh Shi-nu-mu ("The Peaceful People"), they hold a deep-rooted cultural covenant to act as caretakers of the earth.

The Hopi people established the Hopi Tribal Council on Dec. 19, 1936, with the adoption of the Hopi Constitution and By-Laws. According to the constitution, the Hopi Tribal Council has the power and authority to represent and speak for the Hopi Tribe in all matters for the welfare of the Tribe, and to negotiate with federal, state and local governments, and with the councils or governments of other tribes.

Today’s current council consists of 22 representatives from the villages of Upper Moenkopi, Bacavi, Kykotsmovi, Sipaulovi, First Mesa Consolidated Villages (Walpi, Sitchumovi and Tewa), and Mishongnovi. Currently, the villages of Shungopavi, Oraibi, Hotevilla, and Lower Moenkopi  do not have a representative on council. Representatives to the council are selected either by a community election or by an appointment from the village kikmongwi, or leader. Each representative serves a two-year term.

TRIBAL GOVERNMENT
The Hopi Tribal Government is a unicameral government where all the powers are vested in the Tribal Council. While there is an executive branch (tribal chairman and vice chairman) and judicial branch, their powers are limited under the Hopi Constitution.

TRIBAL ENTERPRISE
The Hopi Tribe Economic Development Corporation (HTEDC) is the primary entity managing the Hopi Tribe's business portfolio. Formed as a federally chartered corporation with the Hopi Tribe as the sole shareholder, the HTEDC protects Hopi culture while generating revenue through six key operations both on and off the reservation.

Hopi Cultural Center

Continental Plaza

Heritage Square

Kachina Square

Taawaki Inn