Brothertown Indian Nation Cultural Center

08/20/2026

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07/22/2026

Our Second Summer Culture Camp was a terrific time to gather in community to learn from one another, work together and laugh together! We were blessed with a couple of rainstorms during Culture Camp again this year, so while the Water was nourishing living things outdoors, we did things indoors - like learning the languages of our ancestors; making birch bark baskets, implements and pins; wrapping feathers and making wampum bracelets! We had updates on Wild Rice Revitalization efforts of our Tribe and bagged Wild Rice to share with Elders. There were a number of other crafts that happened as well. We walked our land identifying plants for medicines and sustenance and made tea with plants harvested. We learned to make lotion with medicines that help us. Outside, we worked on processing hides, processing a sturgeon for a traditional lacrosse ball; and continued to work on our traditional dugout canoe! We were reminded of the commitment, dedication and work required to transform these gifts into additional resources. The food! We are grateful for all that brought food with at least one traditional ingredient - - introducing us to the new foods and new recipes, sharing how to use/cook the foods to help us center those foods for healthier living and food sovereignty for our Tribe. Thank you to those that brought supplies and shared knowledge; to those that came and learned with open hearts and willing hands; and to those that helped to make Culture Camp possible! I will include some photos here and hope that others will contribute in the comments as well! Please mark your calendars for the second week in July 2027!

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07/14/2026

TODAY IS SAMSON OCCOM DAY
Brothertown Indian Nation’s 7th Annual Samson Occom Day Celebration!

Presentation by Mike Kelly will focus on the myriad of reprints of Occom’s, “A Sermon Preached At The Ex*****on of Moses Paul.” Amherst College Library (7:00 P.M.) on Zoom. Moderated by former Councilwoman, Faith Ottery.

Please join us via Zoom or phone on July 14th, at 7:00 p.m. CDT
(8:00 p.m. EDT, 6:00 p.m. MDT, and 5:00 p.m. PDT).

Brothertown Indian Nation's 7th Annual Samson Occom Day Celebration Presentation by Mike Kelly will focus on the myriad of reprints of Occom’s, “A Sermon Preached At The Ex*****on of Moses Paul.” Amherst College Library (7:00 P.M.) on Zoom. Moderated by former Councilwoman, Faith Ottery. Every...

07/04/2026

As we celebrate the Fourth of July, the Brothertown Indian Nation wishes everyone a safe and meaningful holiday.

Today is a day that holds many meanings. Not only is it a celebration of America's independence but for Indigenous people, it is also an opportunity to reflect on our own history, resilience, and the generations who have worked to preserve our identity, culture, and sovereignty.

We also take this time to honor the many Brothertown men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication have protected the freedoms we enjoy while reflecting the strength and enduring spirit of our Nation. We are deeply grateful for every Brothertown warrior, past and present.

As you gather today, celebrate with gratitude and remember those who came before us while we continue to build a future that honors our traditions and strengthens our community.

Happy Fourth of July from the Brothertown Indian Nation.
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07/03/2026

07/01/2026

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06/23/2026

FUNDRAISER ALERT 🚨

Contact any member of council to purchase!
https://brothertownindians.org/tribal-council/

06/02/2026

We had a great turnout for Election Day! There was work on the dugout canoe, roadside cleanup and rattle making!

06/02/2026

June 2nd is American Indian Citizenship Day.

June 2, 1924, President Calvin Coolidge signed the Indian Citizenship Act, granting U.S. citizenship to all Native Americans — more than 130 years after the Constitution was ratified without extending that right to Indigenous people.

The Brothertown Indian Nation became US citizens on March 3, 1839, making them the first Native American tribe to formally receive United States citizenship, 85 years before other nations. The Brotherton requested this status to protect their homeland in Wisconsin from being seized and to avoid forced relocation further west. In exchange for citizenship and dividing their communal reservation land into individual private plots, the US government dissolved the tribe's official political status.

Because of this 1839 act, the Brothertown Indian Nation remains active in their long-running pursuit to regain official federal recognition from the US government today.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the Native American veterans and warriors who fought with courage, strength, and sacrifice for our people and this country.

Nuwôwomu wuyôan.
“We remember them.”

We give thanks to all who served, especially those who gave their lives in defense of others. Their legacy lives on through our communities, our traditions, and our continued remembrance.

Wôpanâak wuyôanash
“Honoring the ancestors”

Kutâputush to all Native veterans and their families today. May there be peace, strength, and remembrance. 🇺🇸🪶

Nuwôwomu wuyôan
“We remember them”