ALLEGANY TERRITORY, SALAMANCA, N.Y. – Leaders from the Seneca Nation and other dignitaries and guests will gather to commemorate the historic significance of the Buffalo Creek Treaty of 1842 at an annual event next week. The commemoration event will be held on Friday, May 17 at 10:30am at the Charles E. Burchfield Nature & Art Center, 2001 Union Rd., West Seneca.

“The Buffalo Creek Treaty of 1842 forever shaped the history of the Seneca Nation and the history of Western New York, through our Nation’s continued presence on our ancestral lands and the important economic and cultural contributions the Seneca people have made to our region,” said Seneca Nation President Rickey Armstrong, Sr.

Signed between the Seneca Nation and the United States at a location in the vicinity of where the Burchfield property stands today, the Buffalo Creek Treaty of 1842 restored Seneca possession of the Nation’s Cattaraugus and Allegany territories after an earlier, manipulated treaty attempted to stake claim to all Seneca lands and relocate the Seneca people to present day Kansas.

The Buffalo Creek Treaty of 1842 further affirmed that the Seneca Nation will never be subject to taxation on Indian-owned lands. Article 9 of the Treaty clearly states that the United States agrees to “protect such lands of the Senecas within the state of New York as may from time to time remain in their possession from all taxes, and assessments for roads, highways and other purpose until such lands shall be sold and conveyed by said Indians and possession thereof shall be relinquished by them.”

In addition to President Armstrong, other speakers at the event will include West Seneca Supervisor Gary Dickson, and Seneca artist and faithkeeper William Crouse, Sr. Renowned Seneca artist, historian and advocate for Native American rights G. Peter Jemison, retired site manager of the Ganondagan historic site in Victor, NY, will deliver the keynote address. Seneca Nation Councillor Maurice A. John, Sr., a former Seneca Nation President, will serve as Master of Ceremonies.

Representatives from American Legion Iroquois Post 1587 will post the colors, and there will be performances of traditional Haudenosaunee songs and dances.

The public is invited to attend, learn, participate and enjoy the commemoration event. Following the official program, a complimentary lunch will be provided by the Seneca Nation.

The post Seneca Nation to Commemorate Signing of Buffalo Creek Treaty of 1842 appeared first on SNI Official Newsletter.

Celebrate Seneca women empowering our generations at one of these locations:

Thursday, May 23, 2024 from 10am-3pm: Spring craft & vendor day at the William Seneca building. For more information contact the Cattaraugus Clerk’s office at 716-532-4900.

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 2:30pm: Fashion show at the Onöhsagwë:de’ Cultural Center. For more information contact Mary Jacobs at wilmarjac5@aol.com or 716-803-2608.

Stay tuned for more information!

The post Seneca Women’s Right to Vote appeared first on SNI Official Newsletter.

Let us honor and celebrate Akiöh – Our Mothers, our children, and our Seneca culture – while supporting our local vendors, gaining inspiration from fellow dancers, or simply immersing ourselves with good medicine. Stop down to the outside field at the SALC (Venue: 25 Center St., Salamanca, NY 14779) on Saturday, May 18th from 10am-4pm for the 1st Annual Spring Gathering.

If you are looking to sponsor, volunteer, or be a vendor, please contact the SALC Director at Chelce.finch@sni.org or 716-945-5035, ext. 3314.

If any dancers need more information or have any questions please reach out to Hilton Johnny-John at 716-801-1907. Jigwas, ësgö:gë’

See flyers below for more information.

The post SALC 1st Annual Spring Gathering appeared first on SNI Official Newsletter.

Join the Community Planning and Development department on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 5-6pm at the Steamburg Community Center as they discuss waterfront development at Highbanks. Vetter/Edgewater Consulting will be on hand to collect ideas from community input. For more information, contact the Community Planning & Development Department at 716-532-4900, ext. 5093.

The post Community Meeting appeared first on SNI Official Newsletter.

LAST CALL: Please submit your application by May 24th!

Internship Program Dates: June 3, 2024 – August 9, 2024

Seneca Holdings is seeking interns for an 10-week Summer Internship Program intended for college undergraduates. Selected applicants will have the opportunity to work across multiple business functions, including Corporate Development; Business Development; Federal Contracting; Human Resources (HR); Legal & Compliance; and/or Marketing & Communications.

This internship program includes a mentorship program, job shadowing, various projects across the organization, and professional development consultations with HR and Talent Acquisition. Selected interns will have two mandatory week-long trips to the Washington, DC, corporate office; travel and housing expenses will be covered. Applicants are expected to participate in the entire 10-week program.

Questions? Email Caitlin McCannon at: cmccannon@senecaholdings.com.

Submit your application ASAP for an early decision!

Apply HERE

See flyer for details:

The post Seneca Holdings Native American Internship Program appeared first on SNI Official Newsletter.

Sign-up sheets for shows will be available 1 MONTH prior to the event. Numbers are turned in to the Casino 1 week prior, if you have a change in plans please cancel before then. GUEST TICKET MUST BE PAID FOR AT LEAST 1 WEEK PRIOR TO SHOW.

Please arrive 2 hours prior to the show for the buffet at the casinos.

• All Star Boxing: Friday, May 10th at 7pm, Seneca Niagara. Guest cost: $38
• Wheel of Fortune: Friday, May 24th at 2pm, Seneca Niagara – Bus departs Allegany at 12pm, and departs Cattaraugus at 12:30pm. Guest cost: $25
• Big & Rich w/Gretchen Wilson: Saturday, May 25th at 8pm, Seneca Allegany. Guest cost: $63
• Justin Moore: Saturday, June 15th at 8pm, Seneca Niagara. Guest cost: $48
• Australia’s Thunder from Down Under: Saturday, June 29th at 7pm, Seneca Allegany. Guest cost: $18
• Donny Osmond: Saturday, July 13th at 8pm, Seneca Niagara. Guest cost: $48
• Yacht Rock the Dock Christopher Cross, Ambrosia & Friends: Saturday, July 20th at 8pm, Seneca Niagara Event Center. Guest cost: $38
• Cinderella’s Tom Keifer with special guests-Winger & Lita Ford: Saturday, July 27th at 7pm, Seneca Allegany Event Center. Guest cost: $43
• Fortune Feimster: Saturday, July 27th at 8pm, Seneca Niagara. Guest cost: $20

The post Upcoming Seneca Elder Events appeared first on SNI Official Newsletter.

Submitted by Stephanie John & Dorsie Bluesky

Stop down to the Allegany Elder/Senior Center and enjoy daily activities throughout the month of May. For more information call Stephanie or Dorsie at (716) 945-8990.

Schedule of events listed below:

The post MAY 2024 Activities appeared first on SNI Official Newsletter.

• Mother’s Day Craft Night at ACC – Wednesday, May 8th
• H.E.R.O. Mom’s Brunch at SAAB Grand Hall – Thursday, May 9th
• Mother’s Day Luncheon at Cattaraugus Library – Friday, May 10th
• Mother’s Make Your Own Candle at Cattaraugus Library – Saturday, May 11th
• Mother’s Day Bingo at Allegany Library – Saturday, May 11th
• Mothers Day Pancake Breakfast at Seneca Fire (Cattaraugus Territory) – Sunday, May 12th

See flyers below for details:

The post Mother’s Day Events appeared first on SNI Official Newsletter.

Are you a past or present resident that can dedicate your second Sunday of th emonth to meetings, helping at events, and making Pinewoods a safer place? Then join us!

• 5 Board of Directors
• Treasurer
• Secretary
• Sargeant at Arms

Meeting & Elections: May 5, 2024

Submit letters of intent by NOON on Friday, May 3rd to pinwoodscommunityassociation1@gmail.com.

Hope to see some new faces volunteering in the community.

The post Pinewoods Community Association Annual Elections appeared first on SNI Official Newsletter.

The post Indigenous Knowledge Gathering appeared first on SNI Official Newsletter.