The Delaware Indians did not originally refer to themselves as Delawares or Indians. They were Lenni Lenapes, which translates to "common" or "original people". The tribe was comprised of three powerful groups recognized by their totem symbol the Turtle (Unami), the Turkey (Unalachitgo) or the Wolf (Munsee).

The Lenni Lenapes were considered by many to be one of the most important tribes of the Algonquian Family, and were honored by being referred to as the "grandfathers". Other Tribes would seek their advice as the Lenapes were known for possessing unusual wisdom and spiritual power.

Lenaphoking (LAND OF THE LENAPES) included present day New Jersey, SE New York State, Delaware and Eastern Pennsylvania. The Delawares migrated throughout the years through other states such as Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kansas, Texas, Michigan, and Wisconsin. The larger population of Lenni Lenape descendants now reside in Oklahoma and Ontario, Canada.








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