While Citizen Potawatomi cultural traditions center on reverence for one’s ancestors and elders, the issue of elder abuse is present at the Tribal level. If a Tribal adult is unable to make decisions concerning their health and welfare, CPN Adult Protective Services seeks out family members to serve as a guardian.
Wide varieties of Citizen Potawatomi Nation artists attend the CPN Family Reunion Festival each summer. The Festival’s art contest welcomes them all to show off their talent to other Tribal members.
The Citizen Potawatomi Nation’s Family Reunion Festival serves as an opportunity for Tribal members to learn and participate in Potawatomi culture, and the Saturday evening powwow is the highlight of the weekend.
Bozho(Hello), A 1968 Ford Mustang will be on the auction block on June 15 at the OK Classic Auction at FireLake Arena along with appropriately 100 other muscle and classic cars and memorabilia. All proceeds for the sale of the Mustang will be donated to the CPN Veterans and tax deductible to the high bidder. Read More »
Recent Citizen Potawatomi Nation economic development milestones include new casino games, healthy living and more.
The Citizen Potawatomi Nation hosted its first Graduation Celebration at the CPN Cultural Heritage Center. The CPN Department of Education invited students graduating from high school, undergraduate, graduate and vocational programs across the country.
In addition to the annual Tribal budget, Citizen Potawatomi voters will cast ballots for three competitive races for Oklahoma’s at-large legislative seats this June. The Hownikan asked the candidates about their backgrounds and reasons for running for Tribal office. Lisa Kraft (incumbent) What makes your platform or candidacy differ from your fellow district candidates? “The Read More »
In addition to the annual Tribal budget, Citizen Potawatomi voters will cast ballots for three competitive races for Oklahoma’s at-large legislative seats this June. The Hownikan asked the candidates about their backgrounds and reasons for running for Tribal office. Bobbi Bowden (incumbent) What makes your platform or candidacy differ from your fellow district candidates? “The Read More »
In addition to the annual Tribal budget, Citizen Potawatomi voters will cast ballots for three competitive races for Oklahoma’s at-large legislative seats this June. The Hownikan asked the candidates about their backgrounds and reasons for running for Tribal office. David Barrett (incumbent) What makes your platform or candidacy differ from your fellow district candidate? “From Read More »
Beatrice High School senior Laney Baumfalk will be graduating with a special stole to celebrate her heritage in the Potawatomi Nation.