TULSA, Okla. — The Osage Nation wrapped up a week-long celebration on March 16 to honor the ratification of the Osage Nation Constitution.
The original ratification date was on March 11, 2006.
The 2024 Sovereignty Day Celebration Committee included Andrea Kemble, Jane Perrier, Tim Lookout and Avis Ballard.
The week of celebration had a range of events including a health system fun walk and a variety of cultural activities.
The final day of the celebration took place at the Skyline Event Center at the Osage Casino in Tulsa.
Archie Mason, the Master of Ceremonies, told 2 News about the importance of cultural events.
"Our particular native, indigenous nation, this is one of many that celebrates our sovereignty as an independent government," Mason said. "Government-to-government relationships with the United States and we have our independence, we're able to take care of our social and health and education among our own people."
Leaders of the celebration said these events are necessary as they encourage the community to come together and commemorate this significant occasion.
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