Quechan Tribe

AIGA Member Since 1994

Quechan Seal

About the Quechan Tribe

Location

Along both sides of the Colorado River near Yuma

Reservation

43,958 acres total
2,381 acres in Arizona
Created in 1884

Peoples

Quechan

Enterprises

Tourism, agriculture (leased farm), sand and gravel (lease), utility company, and Quechan Market

Population

2,831

Attractions

Five trailer and RV parks, museum, bingo hall, water sports along the Colorado River

Gaming

Paradise Casino, Yuma, Q in Winterhaven, CA

Fort Yuma - Quechan Tribe Casino

Quechan Casino and Resort
Paradise Casino

Fort Yuma - Quechan Tribe History

  • 1849 – Camp Calhoun, was first established in the area
  • 1855 – Fire destroyed the original buildings and it was renamed Fort Yuma after reconstruction.
  • 1884 – Transferred to the department of the interior and the Quechan Indian Tribe

The Fort Yuma Quechan Museum displays artifacts and photos of the Tribe. It is an interesting stop to learn more about the culture of the area. There is a gift shop where visitors can purchase handmade crafts. The Museum is open weekly from 8:00 to 5:00 including Saturdays and Sundays. The charge for admission is $1.00 for adults and children under 12 are free.

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