Úhnyeh tíhsnęʔ Urihwehkę́·haʔnęʔ
News and Events
The Tuscarora Nation of North Carolina was invited to open the City of Raleigh Earth Day festival for the second year at Dorothea Dix Park. This included an invocation and a demonstration of our social dances. The also dedicated a tree planting and shared the history of the Tuscarora ancestors on the land. Additionally, we had an education table where we shared our history, culture and present day issues with members of the public. More than 12 Tuscarora Nation of NC members participated.
A Conversation With Dr. Dawn Karima
March 13, 2024: Dr. Dawn Karima (Mvskoke/Cherokee) speaks with Runęhkwáʔčhęʔ Duane Brayboy of the Tuscarora Nation of North Carolina about reclaiming the sacred, education, history, language and more.
Please use the "GoFundMe" button to go to the GoFundMe page for the Clause family of the NY reservation. Any contributions will be deeply felt and appreciated.
Haʔ Skarù·ręʔ Yękwaʔteyarúhčręʔ Thwaʔká·yè·ʔr
Knowledge is power and power strengthens our nation.
Yeręhyahukáʔthaʔ Eudora (Turtle, Saddletree) and Vanessa (Deer, Maxton) enjoying the conference with immediate family and tribal family.
"In the light of the truth, the past is illuminated."
~Tuscarora
Historic Native nations overwhelmingly have two or more names; the one we call ourselves and the one(s) our allies, neighbors or enemies called us: Skarù·ręʔ, Tuscarora, Mongoack/Mingo, Aniʔskalaʔli are names we are and have been known by.
Syà·wę awę·tękę́·haʔnęʔ hà·neʔ účʔaht haʔ Skarù·ręʔ.
A basic Tuscarora map to show the extent of our traditional territory via our language.
Runęhkwáʔčhęʔ explained the origins of our names and migration across Turtle Island.
Bringing The Community Together
This event will have limited seating, so registration is required.
Contact: skarure.language@gmail.com
*MMIW ALERT*
Have you seen Ginger Locklear? If you have any information on Ginger's whereabouts, please contact the Hoke County Sheriff's office at 910-875-5111.
Yękwahsáʔnęʔ
*This will be a Tuscarora community event to bring families together.
*Camping on Friday and Saturday nights.
*The ride will begin on Saturday morning at TNNC grounds at Maxton and food will be served after the ride on Saturday.
*Bring your own horse.
Haʔ Kayehwíhsneʔ Kakunę̀·węʔ: The enduring influence of Ulali.
Ojibwe artist Patrick Collins was inspired to memorialize Tuscarora acapella women's group Ulali in art. These paintings were on display at the Santa Fe Indian Market this year. Shelayna Collins is photographed with her father's art.
Yękhiyaʔnuʔnęʔkę́heʔ
The Tuscarora Nation mourns the loss of one of our own. Roy Maynor was a descendant of the "Original 22."
Yakuʔtikęhrí·yu·
Congratulations are in order for Lakola Cook (Bear Clan), as she has earned the position of Assistant Principal at Magnolia Elementary School. Lakola previously served as an Academic Coach at Magnolia. This appointment is the inevitable result of her stellar résumé.
Lakola is a graduate of UNC-Pembroke (MSA, Administration and BS, Mathematics) and has been awarded Teacher of the Year twice.
Lakola is the daughter of Chief Cecil and Mazell Hunt of Neyuręʔaʔnúʔknę (Saddletree) and is also a mother and wife.
The Tuscarora Nation is proud of Lakola. She brings honor to the people.
Haʔ Á·khweh Utáʔnakę·w Kanę·ʔnú·ʔkye
Jennifer Kreisberg (Deer Clan) was invited to perform at the world premiere of "The Lakota Nation vs. United States" on Monday, June 26 in New York City. She performed her new song "Naká·yè·ʔr Sihskę̀·nęʔ." Also in attendance was Tadodaho Sid Hill (center). Neyeręhyurę́ʔthaʔ continues to represent the Tuscarora with honor.
Neyeręhyurę́ʔthaʔ
Jennifer Kreisberg (Deer Clan) was commissioned to write and perform a song with world renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma at the Our Common Nature: An Appalachian Celebration concert. This music event took place in Knoxville, TN on May 26 & 27. Jennifer performed a collection of songs from her solo career, including “Deer Song,” “Have Hope” and the newly commissioned song “Naká·yè·ʔr Sihskę̀·nęʔ.” As an original member of Ulali and as a solo performer, Jennifer continues to make the Tuscarora proud.
Waʔnyękhinęherá·thęʔ haʔ Rahθęʔnyéha·ʔ.
Rahθęʔnyéha·ʔ Christopher Lowry was honored at our powwow on Saturday, May 13. Chris is the eldest son of George and Leah Lowry. He earned his Masters of Science degree in School Psychology in December, 2021 at Marion Francis University and graduated with a specialist's degree in School Psychology in May, 2023. He is currently working in the Public Schools of Robeson County as a School Psychologist. Chris may next pursue a Psychology Doctorate in Health Psychology.
Rahθęʔnyéha·ʔ Chris is a Tuscarora language speaker and direct descendant of many influential Tuscaroras who fought to preserve our nation. He continues their path to bring us honor.
Rahθęʔnyéha·ʔ Chris Lowry (right) is photographed with Beaver Clan Chief, Stan Locklear.
Congratulations are in order for Orenda Locklear! Orenda (Deer Clan) is a recipient of the 2023 United Tribes Scholarship Award. She has remained constant in her quest of becoming a veterinarian since she was a girl. Healing the animal people is an honorable pursuit and the Tuscarora Nation wishes all success to Orenda (photographed with her parents On'yas and Vanessa Locklear).
We will be known by the footprints we leave behind. Seneka Locklear (January 6, 2001 ~ January 19, 2022) was a beloved son of the Tuscarora Nation. He brought us honor. We are pleased to announce that Senekakę́heʔ will be honored at the 2023 Gathering of Nations in Albuquerque, NM on April 28 & 29.
Ęčiʔnwaʔteyarúhčręʔ haʔ Kę́·ʔnęhs nà·weʔ.
You are welcome to join us at our 40th annual powwow on May 12 & 13, 2023. We will have vendors, food, Tuscarora arts & crafts, as well as traditional Tuscarora singing and dancing.
Nęyękwatkęhá·ʔnyeʔ haʔ Uyę́ʔkweh Tikarihúʔnę·
Award winning smoke dancer Marcus Dunn will be teaching and organizing a smoke dance society.
Classes are held at Maxton Longhouse every Tuesday between 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., except the second Tuesday of the month.
This is offered to Tuscarora citizens.
It's a Good Day To Dine at Prospect Cookhouse.
For many years, Prospect cookhouse has operated on Fridays, between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m., offering home cooked meals. The Tuscarora nation can claim many accomplished cooks and some operate the Prospect cookhouse.
Address:
85 Twinkle Lane, Maxton, NC, 28364
