1986 Graduate speaks at LaFayette HS … [Read more...] about Brad Powless’ Commencement Speech
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Chief Edwards discusses the Two Row Wampum belt
Filmed in New Paltz 2012 … [Read more...] about Chief Edwards discusses the Two Row Wampum belt
We Are Part of the Earth
Oren Lyons reminisces about a conversation with Chief Irving Powless Sr … [Read more...] about We Are Part of the Earth
Native Mascots: Honor or Insult
In 2010, sixth grade students from the Onondaga Nation School were listening and reading about a debate that a school district had about changing their Native themed Mascot. After discussion, they decided to publish their thoughts on the subject. … [Read more...] about Native Mascots: Honor or Insult
The Day the Wampum Came Back
Chief Irving Powless Jr. recounts the removal of the Onondaga wampum belts and their return on October 25, 1989. … [Read more...] about The Day the Wampum Came Back
What is Important to Us
The Onondaga Nation School third grade class share what is important to them. … [Read more...] about What is Important to Us
The Stone Canoe: The Story of the Peace Maker
The Onondaga Nation School's 4th Grade retells the travels of the Peace Maker to the 5 warring Nations bringing a message of Peace, Love, Power, and Unity … [Read more...] about The Stone Canoe: The Story of the Peace Maker