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    • WHY THE DEER’S TEETH ARE BLUNT
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    • How The Redbird Got His Color
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    • Young Harold Mayo and the Witch Woman
    • ORIGIN OF DISEASE AND MEDICINE
    • THE LEGEND OF THE FIRST WOMEN
    • How the Rabbit stole the Otter's coat
    • How the Honey Bee got their Stinger
    • BOY AND THE RATTLESNAKE STORY
    • LEGEND OF THE TLANUHWA AND THE UHKTENA
    • Yahula
    • Bears Race with Turtle
    • Why the Owl has a Spotted Coat
    • Why the Trees Lose Their Leaves
    • Why Rabbit Has A Short Tail
    • Why the Opossum’s Tail is Bare
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A Message of Thanks from Principal Chief Kenn Grey Elk

I would like to thank everyone who came out to celebrate with us this past Saturday for our Powwow. We were truly blessed with beautiful weather, and I thank Creator for gifting us such a perfect day to come together as one Nation.
This year’s gathering filled our grounds — and our hearts — with incredible positive energy. The laughter, songs, drumming, and friendship created a powerful sense of renewal that will carry us forward. The spirit of our people shone brightly, and it was felt in every handshake, every smile, and every step of the dance.

I am so grateful to all who worked hard to make this event possible, especially those who set up demonstration booths and shared their time, talents, and teachings. You helped create an atmosphere where learning, tradition, and community could thrive.

A special thank you to our Northern Cherokee Nation family who joined us and participated, and to our family from Hawaii, Dr. David Flying Eagles, David Wind Horse, and their families, for traveling home to be with us. Your presence is always a blessing and Brings joy to our celebration.

From my heart, I also want to share how much it means to have our beloved singer Johnny and his family back with us. Your voices and your spirit lifted our Powwow to an even higher place of celebration and connection.

Thank you all for your prayers, your love, and your support for our Nation. Together, we are building a future filled with strength, pride, and unity. I am honored to walk this path with each of you.
​
With respect and gratitude,
Principal Chief Kenn Grey Elk
Northern Cherokee Nation

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​Osiyo Northern Cherokee!
Just a few notes here to tell you about the plans for the year of 2025. 
Planning for the powwow has already started.
Powwow dates are September 19 & 20, 2025​. 

Mark your calendars now so you may join us! We are also looking for vendors and sponsors for this event.
If you are interested in doing this please contact our tribal office at 660-885-7779 or email [email protected].
Many plans are being implemented for improvements to our tribal grounds and buildings this summer. 
We have monthly meetings, which you can find the dates for those on the event tab. We welcome all to our meetings. Little Hawk Karlee started a youth group last year and continuing with that this year. So bring your children and grandchildren to the meetings and events.

NCN YOUTH PROGRAM 2025

Karlee little hawk

​Join us on a journey of cultural exploration, character development, and tribal connection!

Together, let's embrace our Northern Cherokee heritage and
build a future filled with knowledge, courage, and unity.

Let us gain confidence in our culture and traditions and develop
​the will to follow the teachings.

During regular tribal meetings, NCN provides a youth program
designed for our young native minds to explore their cultural roots.
Instructed by Karlee little hawk.
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In the program Little Hawk focuses on the Cherokee syllabary,
Cherokee words and phrases, prayer and intention,
crafts, dancing, storytelling and so much more.

​Please bring snacks to share.

Please RSVP: Not required but helps to ensure supplies!
Donation and volunteer opportunities are available.


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If you would like to donate, the PayPal button is located on the contact tab, and scroll down and you will see the PayPal button.
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This is a secure and easy way to donate and help your tribe.
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ONLY AFTER ALL THE TREES ARE CUT,
AFTER ALL THE GAME IS KILLED, 
ONLY AFTER ALL THE STREAMS ARE POISONED, 
ONLY THEN WILL WHITE MEN REALIZE THEY CAN'T EAT MONEY.

REMEMBERING OUR PAST 
PRESERVING OUR CULTURE 
PLANNING OUR DESTINY

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Contact

​NORTHERN CHEROKEE NATION
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE

PO Box 413
Cuba, Mo. 65453

573-259-2263
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NORTHERN CHEROKEE NATION
TRIBAL COMPLEX

5790 E. Hwy 7
Clinton, MO. 64735
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(physical address only, not a mailing address)
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  • Home
  • Contact / Forms
  • Council Members
  • Events
  • PowWow Information
  • Photos
    • PowWows Past
    • Warsaw Heritage Days
    • Old Glory Days Parade
    • Fourth of July Weekend
    • Tribal Headquarters Improvements
    • Council Meetings
    • Darkening of the Sun
  • History
    • Children Massacre at Ywahoo Falls
    • Wampum Belt
    • Leaving our homeland
    • Spanish Treaty
    • Natural Disasters
    • Forced Removal
    • States against Indians
    • New Hope
    • Legal Genocide
    • Federal Recognition
    • Bringing the Children Home
    • Historical Cherokee marriage
    • In Ancient Times I
    • The Early Times II
    • The Colonial Period III
    • Sequoyah IV
    • The Cherokee Removal V
    • The Cherokee Today VI
  • Stories
    • How the Deer Got His Horns
    • WHY THE DEER’S TEETH ARE BLUNT
    • What Became Of The Rabbit
    • The Legend of the Cherokee Rose
    • Origin of the Bear
    • Why The Mink Smells
    • Life Lesson for All Cherokee
    • How the Partridge Got His Whistle
    • How The Redbird Got His Color
    • The First Fire
    • The Cherokee Legend of the First Strawberry
    • The Sixth Sun Has Risen
    • Young Harold Mayo and the Witch Woman
    • ORIGIN OF DISEASE AND MEDICINE
    • THE LEGEND OF THE FIRST WOMEN
    • How the Rabbit stole the Otter's coat
    • How the Honey Bee got their Stinger
    • BOY AND THE RATTLESNAKE STORY
    • LEGEND OF THE TLANUHWA AND THE UHKTENA
    • Yahula
    • Bears Race with Turtle
    • Why the Owl has a Spotted Coat
    • Why the Trees Lose Their Leaves
    • Why Rabbit Has A Short Tail
    • Why the Opossum’s Tail is Bare
  • Culture
    • Cherokee Adoption, past and present
    • Roles of extended family
    • Cherokee Clan System
    • Sacred Colors
    • Entering the Circle
    • Fall Cultivation
    • Dances
    • Straight Dancing
    • The Stomp Dance
  • Artist Showcase
  • Council Minutes