DALLAS, TX - Austin Industries takes pride in celebrating in November the richness and diversity of the culture, traditions, history, and contributions of Native American peoples. As part of Native American Heritage Month, the company honors the important contributions of indigenous peoples, their proud histories, their struggles, and advocates for solutions to the struggles many Native Americans still face today.

First celebrated in 1916, Native American Heritage Month is a time for all Americans to revere and embrace the history and heritage of Native Americans, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and Island Communities.

For more information, visit www.nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov.