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05/13/2026

Last week, we welcomed Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. to deliver his State of the County Address at Turning Stone. The Oneida Indian Nation has proudly hosted this event several times, a reflection of the close partnership between the Nation and Oneida County.

During the event, Oneida Indian Nation Representative Ray Halbritter spoke about how County Executive Picente’s leadership has supported growth throughout the county and the region, including the Turning Stone Evolution. When complete, the $400 million expansion will make Turning Stone New York's largest meetings and conventions resort.

County Executive Picente also commented on the Evolution during his remarks, noting that, “The Turning Stone Evolution will have the same generational impact on our county that the opening of Turning Stone had more than 30 years ago.”

The County Executive echoed the importance of partnership and the significance of the Nation’s constant investments in Oneida County as well, saying, “The agreement between the Nation and the County of Oneida has been the strongest and most dynamic of partnerships. As the Oneida Indian Nation grows, we grow. Partners in every sense of the word. A change that embodies the spirit of America in its 250th year. First allies, allies now, allies forever.”

05/11/2026

The Shako:wi Cultural Center brought the community together with its Spring Craft Festival featuring activities for all ages. LINK BELOW.

The Oneida Indian Nation was proud to host Anthony J. Picente Jr. for the Oneida County State of the County address at o...
05/11/2026

The Oneida Indian Nation was proud to host Anthony J. Picente Jr. for the Oneida County State of the County address at our award-winning Turning Stone Resort Casino last week. Thank you to all who attended.

Visit the Shako:wi Cultural Center Spring Festival, happening today through 6 pm. Crafts, food, artistry, social dance,...
05/09/2026

Visit the Shako:wi Cultural Center Spring Festival, happening today through 6 pm. Crafts, food, artistry, social dance, archery and more, with a special Smoke Dance Competition at 4 pm. Free admission and parking.

Located at 1022 Territory Road, Oneida, NY 13421.

Rain or shine, the Oneida Indian Nation’s Shako:wi Cultural Center welcomes you to the Spring Craft Festival, Saturday, ...
05/08/2026

Rain or shine, the Oneida Indian Nation’s Shako:wi Cultural Center welcomes you to the Spring Craft Festival, Saturday, May 9 from 10 am to 6 pm.

• Oneida and American Indian Crafters
• Fry Bread Competition & Earring Contest
• Haudenosaunee Smoke Dance Competition
• Indigenous Fashion Show
• Archery, Kids Conner & More!

The free-to-attend, family-friendly event will take place at the Shako:wi Cultural Center, 1022 Territory Road, Oneida, NY. For more information, call (315) 829-8801.

This week, the Oneida Indian Nation is proud to welcome the NAFWS to our Oneida homelands for their Annual National Conf...
05/05/2026

This week, the Oneida Indian Nation is proud to welcome the NAFWS to our Oneida homelands for their Annual National Conference at our award-winning Turning Stone Resort Casino. The work that this organization does is vital to sovereign tribal fish and wildlife management and mirrors the Oneida Indian Nation’s dedication to environmental stewardship of our lands unto the seventh generation.

Sheri Beglen (Wolf Clan) delivered words of thanks and welcome in the Onyota’a:ká: language during the Opening Ceremony, followed by a Keynote Address by Oneida Indian Nation Representative Ray Halbritter.

“Fish and wildlife management, sustainability and environmental stewardship represent a way of doing all things to protect the many gifts of the Creator,” said Halbritter. “The work of caring for the land and water and the management of the wildlife and fish that inhabit them is a shared responsibility, one that Native people continue to carry into the future from the earliest days of our existence.”

Oneida Indian Nation Bear Clan Council Member Brian Patterson, who serves on the National Tribal Water Council, also delivered remarks. The conference runs through Thursday, featuring several presentations, workshops and training sessions as well as American Indian craft vendors.

Happening Saturday, May 9 – the Shako:wi Cultural Center Spring Craft Festival from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Oneida and other...
05/04/2026

Happening Saturday, May 9 – the Shako:wi Cultural Center Spring Craft Festival from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Oneida and other American Indian crafters and vendors
• Haudenosaunee Social Dance Demonstrations
• Haudenosaunee Smoke Dance Competition @ 4 p.m.
• Free admission and parking

The family-friendly event will take place at the Shako:wi Cultural Center, 1022 Territory Road, Oneida, NY. For more information, call (315) 829-8801.

Participants in the Oneida Indian Nation’s Elders Program celebrated with a trip to the Great Swamp Conservancy in Can...
04/23/2026

Participants in the Oneida Indian Nation’s Elders Program celebrated with a trip to the Great Swamp Conservancy in Canastota yesterday, where they took part in a hands-on terrarium class. The program regularly organizes local outings like this to keep Elders engaged through fun, meaningful activities led by Elders Program activities leader Tammy Patterson (Wolf Clan).

The Oneida Indian Nation’s Wáhta’ Maple Farm has experienced a record-breaking season that nearly exceeds syrup producti...
04/22/2026

The Oneida Indian Nation’s Wáhta’ Maple Farm has experienced a record-breaking season that nearly exceeds syrup production for the last three years combined. Yet this , the maple farm is also taking historic steps to honor the Oneida people’s commitment to environmental stewardship with a pledge to plant up 16,000 new trees over the next three years.

During the 2026 sugaring season, the Wáhta’ Maple Farm team tapped 6,700 trees (550 more than the previous year) spanning 75 acres, all of which are maintained without the use of pesticides or other chemicals. Many of these maple trees have ancestral roots on Oneida Indian Nation lands and have been tapped for generations by Nation members, with some trees first tapped more than a century ago.

Wáhta’ Maple Farm will build upon this historic season and the Nation’s long legacy of environmental stewardship with its three-year plan to expand the sugarbush with thousands of new super sweet maple trees.

Read more: https://www.oneidaindiannation.com/wahta-maple-farm-announces-on-earth-day-that-it-will-plant-16000-trees-over-three-years

From the very beginning, the Oneida Indian Nation has been among America’s most loyal allies, driven by a dedication to ...
04/20/2026

From the very beginning, the Oneida Indian Nation has been among America’s most loyal allies, driven by a dedication to shared freedom and mutual recognition of sovereignty. This summer marks a significant historical milestone—the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Governments at the local, state, and federal levels will commemorate this occasion, including honoring the vital contributions of Oneida ancestors, whose support earned our people the distinction of being America’s First Allies.

More: https://www.oneidaindiannation.com/250th-anniversary

The Oneida Indian Nation’s Shako:wi Cultural Center will host its Spring Craft Fair on Saturday, May 9, from 10 a.m. to ...
04/17/2026

The Oneida Indian Nation’s Shako:wi Cultural Center will host its Spring Craft Fair on Saturday, May 9, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The free, family-friendly event will feature dozens of craft vendors, Haudenosaunee social dance demonstrations, and a Smoke Dance Competition beginning at 4 p.m.

A highlight of the day, the Haudenosaunee Smoke Dance is a fast-paced, social dance rooted in tradition. Originating from the war dance and once performed exclusively by men, the Smoke Dance has evolved over time to include distinct styles for both men and women. Today, it remains one of the most popular social dances, often performed in competitions and special presentations. Dancers of all ages will take part, showcasing their skill, stamina, and individual interpretation of the dance.

Haudenosaunee dances are deeply connected to storytelling, nature, and expressions of gratitude to the Creator, with each dance defined by unique drumbeats, chants, and footwork.

The event will take place at the Shako:wi Cultural Center, 1022 Territory Road, Oneida, NY. For more information, call (315) 829-8801.

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