SACRAMENTO, CA – In a powerful act of cultural reclamation and strategic investment, the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians purchased the former Macy’s building at 414 K St. in downtown Sacramento for $15 million. The tribe was represented by Lucas Lugo and Carter Lear of Newmark.
This latest acquisition in the Sacramento region is part of a growing portfolio of properties within the tribe’s ancestral territory including 1400 J Street, 301 Capitol Mall, and Verona Marina, which was recently placed into federal trust. Each of the four properties represents a step in reclaiming lands long separated from the tribe and an investment in the region.
The 414 K St. property is adjacent to the tribe’s Capitol Mall land and the two properties will ultimately be developed together. While no formal plans have been announced, the acquisition opens new possibilities for coordinated development of both properties.
“This is a significant investment in Sacramento’s cultural and economic renaissance,” said Regina Cuellar, Chairwoman of the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians. “The tribe owns and operates a diverse portfolio including Red Hawk Resort + Casino, APEX Entertainment, Shingle Springs Health & Wellness Center, and TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families) programs in El Dorado, Sacramento, Placer and Yolo counties. The tribe is honored to provide stable, rewarding careers with competitive wages, robust benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. We take pride in being one of the most respected employers in the region.”
The tribe was originally known as the Sacramento-Verona Band of Homeless Indians. In 1920, the federal government relocated them to a parcel of land now known as the Shingle Springs Rancheria, which is why they are called the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians.
The lands in the Sacramento region are part of the tribe’s ancestral homelands and are located near the original village of Pusuune in downtown Sacramento. This area holds deep historical and cultural significance as the place where the tribe’s ancestors lived and thrived. The reacquisition of this land represents a meaningful step in reclaiming the tribe’s history, traditions, and connection to past generations. It also reflects the enduring resilience of the tribe and reinforces its identity as the original inhabitants of the Sacramento region.
“Our tribal council is committed to improving the quality of life not only for our people, but for the communities we are part of,” said Chairwoman Cuellar. “We intend to contribute meaningfully here in Sacramento – economically, culturally, and socially. We have received a warm reception and look forward to further fostering those relationships. Each step we take honors our ancestors and strengthens the path forward for future generations. We are excited to be part of Sacramento’s future and honored to return to this land with purpose, pride, and partnership.”
