The Iroquoians were mainly sedentary. Since they grew corn, squash, beans and tobacco, they could live in the same place for several years. They hunted and fished in the area around the village.
The village was made up of a few longhouses, and several families lived in each longhouse. These houses were from 18 to 41 meters long. The roof had openings to let out smoke from the fireplaces. These fireplaces were lined up along a central aisle that was three meters wide. The fireplaces were used for cooking and heating.
Shelves near the ceiling were used to store clothing and useful objects (baskets, pots, baby carriers, etc.). Platforms closer to the ground were covered in fir branches and served as beds and living spaces. The entrance was used to store winter food supplies, including the plants that were harvested in the summer and dried meat and fish.