- Their original language was Tiwa, which is rare nowadays.
- The Tigua are the only Pueblo tribe still in Texas
- They are famous for their beautiful pottery
- They called their ancesteral home, Pueblo Gran Quivera.
- Were around in the 1600's before the Spanish came.
- The Spanish diseases killed many of the Tigua, forcing them to leave.
- In 1680, the Tigua attacked the Spanish, and won their land back.
- One of the only three Indian tribes in Texas.
- Normally walked to get to their destination.
- Since they were more of "peaceful" Indians, they were used by the Texas Rangers, and U.S. Cavalry against the Comanches and Apaches.