Pima
At a glance:
- Series: American Indians Ready Reference
- Categories: Civilizations, Cultures
- Subcategories: Native Americans, American Indians
- Curriculum: American Indian History
- Geographical Location: Arizona
Although direct evidence is inconclusive, many scholars believe that the Pimas (or Akimel O’odham) are descended from the prehistoric Hohokam people of the Southwest. The Pimas developed extensive canals and dams for their farmlands, and they were considered the best farmers of all Arizona tribes. The missionary Eusebio Kino in 1687 introduced new crops, including barley and wheat, to the Pimas and supplied them with cattle and sheep. A century later, in 1793, the Pimas numbered about four thousand and resided in seven villages near the Gila River. They grew cotton, corn, melons, and...
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