“Shawnee Ribbon Bets,” 1948, Charles Banks Wilson (1918-2013), Courtesy Gilcrease Museum, Tulsa OK.
Join us on Monday, February 3, to celebrate the unveiling of a new state-of-the-art recording studio at the Shawnee Language House, made possible with generous support from 2K Foundations.
With tolls increasing this year, PIKEPASS customers will pay nearly 50% less than drivers who opt to use the PlatePay system on Oklahoma toll roads. Shawnee citizens and non-Shawnees may utilized the Shawnee Tribe tag office for PIKEPASS service.
It’s not too late to begin your Shawnee language-learning journey this calendar year!
Messages from the Chiefs takwaaki 2024 (Fall 2024): Read the latest from the desks of Chief Ben Barnes and Second Chief Roy Baldridge.
“Civilization” is a popular video game franchise that lets players build and lear their own civilizations in their attempt to stand the test of time.
Shawnee Tribe recently celebrated the grand opening of its newest facility and cultural resource—the Emma “Mock” Donaldson saawanwaatoweewika (Shawnee language house).
From “The Ohio Country” Webpage: “This 12–episode series provides a perspective on the history of the region we now call Ohio that very few of us learned in school. It puts the experiences of Miami, Shawnee, Wyandotte, and other American Indian People at the center of a refreshed version of the state’s complicated past and […]
2K FOUNDATIONS SUPPORTING SHAWNEE LANGUAGE REVITALIZATION On February 3, tribal leaders and the Shawnee language team hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony unveiling a newly renovated recording studio at the Emma “Mock” Donaldson saawanwaatoweewika (Shawnee language house) with citizens and staff from Firaxis Games. 2K Foundations, the charitable giving subsidiary of 2K Games, has provided generous support to renovate and […]
February is Dating Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about a serious issue that impacts people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. Dating violence is a pattern of abusive behaviors used to gain power and control over a partner in a romantic relationship. It can take many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual, […]
Let’s show each other some love in saawanwaatoweewe (Shawnee language)! The tribe is hosting a Valentine’s Day card contest. Sincere, funny or somewhere in-between, we want to see your most creative cards, artwork, memes, or poetry. Email your entries to media@shawnee-tribe.com on or before next Wednesday, February 12. Entries must use Shawnee language. People’s Choice […]
Did you know that February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month? Young people between the ages of 16 and 24 experience the highest rates of intimate partner violence, making early education and awareness crucial. ❤️ #TDVAM
More here 👉 shawnee-nsn.gov/news/teen-dating-violence-2025
Update (2/19/25, 10:20 AM)—Miami offices will remain closed on Thursday, February 20, with staff working remotely.
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Update (2/18/25, 3:00 PM)—Guymon and Miami offices will remain closed on Wednesday, February 19, with staff working remotely.
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Due to the incoming winter storm, tribal offices in Miami will be closed Tuesday & Wednesday, February 18-19. Guymon offices will also be closed Tuesday, February 18. Staff in both locations are working remotely.
Please check this post or shawnee-nsn.gov for updates about any further closures this week. ❄️
We have received many, many saawanwaatoweewe Valentine's Day cards this week! Swipe through and drop a 'like' or react on your favorites, and come back tomorrow to congratulate our contest winners. Big thanks to our participants—menwi Valentine kiiseki! 😍💝
