The History of Native American Betterment in Wisconsin and Its Future

Abstract

The history and presence of Native Americans can be seen all around the state. Whether that be in the names of cities and towns around the state or even brands in the area. Despite this, conversation about Wisconsin Native Americans seldomly is brought up. That is why I wanted to do research to learn about what Native Americans in Wisconsin. My goal is to help others gather an understanding of what Wisconsin Native Americans are looking to do in the future to better themselves. Research Questions: What has Wisconsin Native American betterment looked like historically and what makes Wisconsin unique? What are Wisconsin Native Americans focusing on now and what will they focus on in the future to improve their lives?