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The official website of the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma is dedicated to serving tribal members and the public by providing quick access to vital information and resources. Our “Vision of Growth” is becoming a reality. Join in the celebration!
Pow Wow Sign
Since 1991, the Pow Wow Gounds sign has greeted Eastern Shawnee and other tribal people, along with their families and guests, to celebrate contemporary Native American culture. This year the Annual Pow Wow will be held from September 18-20, 2009. The Pow
Princess
Jaci George, a direct descendant of Chief Black Fish, served as Pow Wow Princess in 2007. She is a 2008 graduate of Labette County High School in Altamont, Kansas.
Tomahawk
Brass article decorated with silver, lead and brass wire wrapped around the stem. Collected in 1945 and currently held by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian.
Men's Leggings
In 1908, these red leggings were collected at the Quapaw Agency located three miles west of Seneca. This Agency issued annuity payments to Quapaw, Eastern Shawnee, Seneca, Wayndotte and other area tribes. The Leggings are an example of ribbonwork specific to the Eastern Shawnee. This artifact is currently held in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian.
Hat Band
This Beaded Hat Band, collected in 1908, is an example of woodland colors. Woodland colors are often muted This artifact is currently held in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian.
Beaded Shoulder Bag
This Shoulder Bag is a fine example of a fully beaded article.
Decorated Quill
Tribal member, Sherry Barrett, displays her first beading project made in the tribe’s “PEYOTE STITCH-BEADWORK CLASS” in July, 2008.
Eagle Feather
The spine of this Eagle feather is accentuated with finely woven colored thread. It could have been presented as a gift of honor. This artifact is currently held in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian.
Pocket Section of Shoulder Bag
This is the pocket section of a men’s shoulder bag. It is an example of floral beadwork of the Shawnee. The bag may have carried food, medicine or ammunition. This artifact is currently held in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the Natural History.
Ribbon Work on Breechcloth
Ribbon work from a man’s breechcloth. This article was collected in 1910 and currently held by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian.
Shawnee Basket
This Shawnee basket and cover, made of wooden splints, was collected in 1908. This artifact is currently held in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian.
Shawnee Moccasins
Collected in 1909 and held by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, the beadwork on these moccasins is typical of geometric designs used by the Shawnee.
Small Beaded Pouch
This small, beaded leather pouch was designed to be worn on a belt. It was purchased in 1916 and is currently held in the collection of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian.
Men's Shawnee Moccasins
These Men’s Shawnee Moccasins were collected from the Quapaw Agency Physician, Dr. Bernard, in 1930.The flaps of these woodlands moccasins are decorated with ribbonwork and trimmed with seed beads. This artifact is currently held in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian.
Eastern Shawnee Tribal Logo
The Great Seal of the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma is the symbol of the Tribe. The seal’s round shape represents the world or the universe. The four feathers are the four winds and the four corners of the earth. The panther signifies strength, courage and prowess in battle. The spear and feathers forever join the tribe with the United States of America for mutual protection. The swan denotes grace and dignity.
