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Osage Nation Sesquicentennial Celebration
JOIN US! The Osage Sesquicentennial Celebration convenes the great 𐓷𐓘𐓻𐓘𐓻𐓟 𐓩𐓣𐓤𐓘𐓯𐓣 together to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Osage Reservation established in 1872. The event celebrates Osage resilience and recognizes major accomplishments that have sustained us as a Nation on this land. It is appropriate to recognize this historical marker to acknowledge where we came from, where we are
THE OSAGE NATION SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION Saturday, October 22, 2022 Osage Nation Campus, Pawhuska, Okla. CO-MASTERS OF CEREMONY: Archie Mason and Bruce Cass HEAD SINGER: Norris Bighorse HEAD COOK: Heather Little ARENA DIRECTOR: Tim Lookout SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 9:00 AM: Early Bird Coffee (Veterans Memorial) 9:30 AM: American Legion Post 198 Color Guard | Flag Raising (Veterans Memorial) 10:00 AM
RSVP The Sesquicentennial Planning Committee is encouraging RSVPs in order to support our Wahzhazhe community during this memorable event. We will be hosting multiple activities throughout the day including a community feast. This information is vital for planning efforts. Individual names are not required. Please enter one name and the expected number of guests attending with you. Your family
DESCRIPTIONS OF ACTIVITIES & PERFORMANCES "Coyote & the Bear" Book Reading, Signing and Giveaway | Please join the Osage Nation Language Department (ONLD) for a “Coyote and the Bear'' book giveaway and reading. The ONLD staff is excited to share a Wahzhazhe story that has been circulated for generations. The retelling is based on the version given by full blood Wahzhazhe speaker Jo Ann Shunkamolah
Osage Nation Sesquicentennial Preservation Video
Communications
On October 22, 2022, the Osage Sesquicentennial Celebration convened the great 𐓷𐓘𐓻𐓘𐓻𐓟 𐓩𐓣𐓤𐓘𐓯𐓣 together to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Osage Reservation established in 1872. The event celebrated Osage resilience and major accomplishments that have sustained us as a Nation on this land. The gathering included 𐓷𐓘𐓻𐓘𐓻𐓟 traditions and cultural ways that foster unity and respect for one
Osage Nation Signs Resolution to Charter Bacone College
Powerful Movement in Indian Education Pawhuska, Ok. – Chief Standing Bear has signed a resolution to charter Bacone College. Present were members of the Osage Nation Congress and the President of Bacone College, Dr. Ferlin Clark. Osage Nation Congressman John Maker sponsored ONCR 19-14 on June 19, 2019, during the Fourth Special Session. The Resolution was to authorize and approve a Charter of
Osage Nation Signs Warranty Deed for Land in Trust, Skiatook Satellite Office
On Wednesday, June 12, 2025, Osage Nation Principal Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear and Osage Agency Superintendent Adam Trumbly jointly signed a warranty deed for land into trust! The 0.48-acre tract will be the future site of an Osage Nation Satellite Office in Skiatook. The Satellite Office will include additional office space for the Osage Nation Tax Commission, Constituent Services, and the
Osage Nation Small Business Program Launches with $5 Million for Business Development Loans
Press Release
Funds for entrepreneurs and small businesses further strengthen Osage Nation culture and economic legacy OSAGE NATION RESERVATION, OKLA. (July 18, 2024) – Osage Nation is proud to launch its $5 million Osage Nation Small Business Program, a program made possible by the U.S. Treasury’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). This program will stimulate the local economy with loans and
Osage Nation Social Services Child Abuse Awareness & Prevention Community Event
Public Event
We are forming a planning committee and would be honored to have your participation. Our committee meetings will concentrate on creating, building, and finalizing the event details, including the development of engaging activities, booth setups, and comprehensive logistical planning. Key tasks will include finalizing materials and supplies, assigning roles, and establishing a timeline for
Osage Nation Social Services to Present “Overcoming Bias” at National Conference
Communications
The Osage Nation Social Services (ONSS) Department to present “Overcoming Bias,” a proposal selected from nationwide submissions by the National Indian Child Welfare Association (NICWA). ONSS will present its proposal at the 40th Annual NICWA’s “Protecting Our Children” Conference on April 4 - 6, 2022. "The staff of Osage Nation Social Services is thankful for the honor of being chosen to present
Osage Nation Sovereignty Celebration Week
NEWS RELEASE Celebration includes activities for all ages By ON Communications PAWHUSKA, Okla. (Feb. 25, 2015)—Osage Nation Sovereignty Day is celebrated each year on March 11 in recognition of the ratification of the Constitution of the Osage Nation on March 11, 2006. Since that day the Nation has celebrated by hosting an open to the public Sovereignty Day dance. This year, the festivities have
Osage Nation Sponsors Tinker Air Force Base Field Trip for Native Youth
Press Release
Young attendees will have the opportunity to tour the base and explore career fields OSAGE RESERVATION, OKLA. (October 7, 2021) – Osage Nation is sponsoring a field trip to Tinker Air Force Base on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. The trip is for area Native American youth 6th through 12th grades. Osage preference will be given. Osage Nation Education and Financial Assistance Departments are