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Seneca-Iroquois National Museum Elder Spotlight – Rebecca “Becki” Bowen Published from https://www.senecamuseum.org/elder-spotlight-may-2024-becki-bowen/ This month’s elder spotlight features no other than our own and beloved Becki Bowen. I first met Becki when I interviewed for my Collection’s Database Manger position. I admittedly had no idea who she was prior to my interview and when I was […]

Reposted from Seneca-Iroquois National Museum FB | Photo Credits: Seneca Media Here is a little recap of the Inaugural Ohi:yo’ Art Market and competition. Nya:wëh to the staff of the Onöhsagwë: de’ Cultural Center, Visitor Economy Management Office, the banquet and catering staff of the Seneca Allegany Resort and Casino, Seneca Gaming Corporation, and the […]

Solomon W. McLane, First Seneca Nation President of 1849 In the first general election on Tuesday, May 1st, 1849, on the Cattaraugus Reservation, Solomon W. McLane was named the first President of the Seneca Nation. He would receive 187 votes out of the 307 men from Allegany and Cattaraugus to vote that day. William Jemerson […]

Saturday, June 22nd from 10am-5pm at Caneadea Town Park, Houghton, NY Background: Richard Big Kettle, a Seneca artist from the Heron Clan and a lacrosse stick maker, introduced the Town of Caneadea to the executives of the Seneca Nation. The Seneca Nation proposed the idea of a Field Day, and the Town then formed a […]

Seneca Nation Statement on Compact Negotiations as New York State Legislative Session Ends Discussions on new agreement continue ALLEGANY TERRITORY, SALAMANCA, N.Y. – As the New York State Legislature prepares to adjourn this year’s legislative session, Seneca Nation President Rickey Armstrong issued the following statement regarding ongoing negotiations on the Nation’s gaming Compact with New […]

Important Numbers for Emergencies: Call 9-1-1 or get emergency medical help right away if you or someone in your care has serious side effects from cannabis products Always keep cannabis products in a safe place out of reach of children, ideally in a locked box. Call the local poison control center (1-800-222-1222) if a child […]

Impact on Native American Communities Submitted by Seneca Strong See flyers below for more information: Seneca Strong Allegany Office: 716-945-8413, ext. 7602 Seneca Strong Cattaraugus Office: 716-532-8456, ext. 7602

The Seneca Nation’s Annual Memorial Day Commemoration took place on Monday, May 27th at the Seneca Allegany Administration Building. Post 1587 Commander Ron Cook lead the ceremony through a procession of honoring events, including an Honor Song by Al George, a wreath-laying ceremony, and the tradition of swearing-in of the post officers. An eagle feather […]

Submitted by Seneca Strong It is that time of year again when high school students will be walking across the stage to celebrate their graduation. These graduations are a very important achievement for the student, as it signifies their transition into the next phase of life. These graduations are an exciting event for not only […]

Elizabeth Smith, Assistant Director -Seneca Arts & Learning Center (SALC), was selected as the Allegany Employee of the Month! Elizabeth has been a dedicated employee of the Seneca Nation for eight years. “Working for the Seneca Nation has incredible benefits, being a longtime employee has provided me with a benefits package that is honestly unparallel, […]