William Seneca (1926-1984), June 16th is observed as Seneca Nation President’s Day William Seneca, son of Nina T. and Jacob Seneca, resided in the Bucktown area of the Cattaraugus Indian Reservation. Born into a family with 13 children, William spent many years at various schools across the Allegany and Cattaraugus territories. He attended the Indian […]
June 13 2025 Issue
Seneca Nation Hosts Haudenosaunee Lacrosse Weekend in Salamanca
Weekend highlights include Haudenosaunee Nationals U20 team exhibition practices and game, special Masters game ALLEGANY TERRITORY, SALAMANCA, N.Y. – The Seneca Nation welcomed a large crowd of visitors for a special weekend-long celebration of the Creator’s Game, when it hosted the Haudenosaunee Lacrosse Weekend on its Allegany Territory this past weekend. The weekend included exhibition […]
Seneca Communities Convene at Language Summit in Ellicottville
By James Crane, Digital Media Developer, Allegany Language Department On May 15th, 2025, the Tannenbaum Lodge at Holiday Valley in Ellicottville, N.Y. became a place of reconnection, purpose, and hope. The 1st Annual Seneca Language Summit brought together over 60 language teachers, educators, and supporters from across different territories in New York and Canada. The […]
Seneca Nation Higher Education Graduation Banquet
Seneca Nation Higher Education held their annual graduation banquet at Holiday Valley’s Tennenbaum Lodge. Grads were offered words of congratulations and encouragement as they embark on the next step in their journeys. We are all so very proud of you, our future leaders! Ja:göh to our Allegany Graduates!Angela Edmond, Jessi Garlow, Karli Gifford, Allie George, […]
2025 Memorial Day Commemoration Led by Iroquois Post #1587
Remembering service members who made the ultimate sacrifice On Memorial Day, Seneca Nation leadership holds a commemorative event to honor our fallen soldiers and their families. Though a somber day, it is important to proudly recognize our brothers and sisters who paid the ultimate sacrifice. We are all a better country and Nation for their […]
A message from President J.C . Seneca
Nya:wëh sgë:nö’, I hope this message finds you well! As we step into the summer season, I want to take a moment to reflect on a few events and celebrations that have brought our Nation together in recent weeks. This month, we raised the Pride flag on both our Allegany and Cattaraugus Territories, continuing what […]
News from the Clerk’s Office
VIRTUAL COUNCIL SESSIONS The Seneca Nation will be utilizing the virtual online platform “GoToMeeting” for the Council Sessions for enrolled members to have access to each Council meeting. To participate, enrolled members will need access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone as well as a valid email address to sign-up. June Regular Council: Please register […]
Notice of Regular Session of Council
Attention all Enrolled Seneca Members: Next Regular Session of Council to be held on the Cattaraugus Territory Pursuant of Section 12 of the Constitution of the Seneca Nation of Indians, notice is hereby given to you that the Council of said Nation will convene in Regular Session: When: Saturday, June 14, 2025 Time: Starting at 9:30 a.m. […]
TERC: Basic Computer Class
Training and Employment Resource Center Check out their upcoming Basic Computer Class – Get to know the basics of the computer! June 26th, 2025 | 10:30am – 12pm July 10th, 2025 | 10:30am -12pm Both sessions to be held at:23 Thomas Indian School Dr., Irving, NY 14081 Laptops will be available for use or bring […]
Seneca Nation Business Council
The Seneca Nation supports Seneca individuals and families who look to establish new enterprises that grow with the needs services of the Seneca People. The President has signed an Executive Order to establish a Business Council. The Nation can help your business grow and achieve its goals. We have helped businesses on territory achieve exceptional […]