Congress formally established the Augustine Reservation on December 29, 1891. Yet, the Ancient Cahuilla People were the first known inhabitants more than 3,000 years ago of the area now known as the Coachella Valley. The Tribe is descended from its namesake, Captain Vee-Vee Augustine, born in 1820.

Congress formally established the Augustine Reservation on December 29, 1891. Yet, the Ancient Cahuilla People were the first known inhabitants more than 3,000 years ago of the area now known as the Coachella Valley. The Tribe is descended from its namesake, Captain Vee-Vee Augustine, born in 1820.

Congress formally established the Augustine Reservation on December 29, 1891. Yet, the Ancient Cahuilla People were the first known inhabitants more than 3,000 years ago of the area now known as the Coachella Valley. The Tribe is descended from its namesake, Captain Vee-Vee Augustine, born in 1820.

The story of the Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians is a testament to what’s possible. With resilience, perseverance, and resourcefulness, we have created community and prosperity: not only for our people but also for the citizens of the East Coachella Valley.

The Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians has a deep commitment to supporting the community in every way. In addition to its policy of generous giving, the Tribe sponsors an annual Mariachi Festival in the parking lot of Augustine Casino.

Coachella honors Indigenous Peoples Day, the first city in the valley to make it a holiday

The Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians is a forward-thinking tribal government quietly building numerous business enterprises in the Coachella Valley. Its business ventures, comprised of a 25,000-panel solar energy utility company; 32-acre Temalpakh farm; and Augustine Casino, a locals-focused entertainment destination featuring nearly 800 of ...

In 2008, the Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians moved to the forefront of Native American leadership by developing a renewable energy operation. The project has helped the Tribe meet two of its vital goals: becoming self-sufficient and protecting the earth’s natural resources for future generations.

The Tribe’s impact provides ancillary employment opportunities across the valley. As a cornerstone of the Coachella community, the presence of Augustine Casino has increased property values, and sparked a more robust economy at the Eastern portion of Riverside County’s growing Coachella Valley.

Join us and make a real difference in the lives of our people and the Coachella Valley. Are you ready to answer the call? Explore our current openings below and discover how your talents can help us thrive. Together, we can build a brighter future for our Tribe and community.