The Poarch Band of Creek Indians is inviting the public to the group’s annual Thanksgiving Pow Wow and releasing a special educational blog series in honor of Native American History Month.

The new series will be aimed at showcasing the tribe’s unique background and customs.

“We are excited to share these topics with the public and provide a deeper understanding of the values that guide the Tribe,”  said Stephanie Bryan, Poarch Creek Indians Tribal Chair & CEO. “By highlighting issues like land sovereignty and environmental stewardship, we hope to educate our neighbors while also celebrating our own cultural history.”

The blog series will explore four important themes:

Land Sovereignty: Delving into the historical and ongoing significance of land
sovereignty for the Tribe, this blog will focus on how the Poarch Creek Indians have
navigated issues related to land rights and self-governance.

Environmental Stewardship through Recycling and Conservation: This post will
highlight the Tribe’s efforts to preserve and protect natural resources through
sustainable practices, emphasizing their commitment to recycling and environmental
conservation.

Opportunity for Our Tribe and Our Neighbors: Focusing on how the Tribe creates
opportunities for both its members and the wider community, this blog will reflect on the
Tribe’s work to foster economic growth, job creation, and charitable giving.

Historical Preservation: This entry will discuss the Tribe’s dedication to preserving their
cultural history through events like the annual Pow Wow and the Poarch Creek Museum,
ensuring that future generations understand and appreciate their heritage.

The Annual Thanksgiving Pow Wow will be held on November 28 -29th.

Austen Shipley is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @ShipleyAusten