This day celebrates the historic, cultural, and contemporary significance and contributions of Nebraska’s First Peoples. Listed below is event information about celebrations across the state marking this historic day.
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Tribal flag dedication ceremony & Powwow Exhibition
DATE
Monday, October 11
TIME
9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
LOCATION
Nebraska State Capitol
CONTACT
Scott Shafer
scott.w.shafer@nebraska.gov
402.471.3475
Alicia Rodrigues
alicia.rodrigues@nebraska.gov
As defined in LB 848 signed into law August 15, 2020, flags representing the four Nebraska headquartered flags (Omaha, Ponca, Santee Sioux, Winnebago) will be displayed in the Warner Legislative Chamber of the Nebraska State Capitol.
Immediately following the dedication ceremony, the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska will present a Powwow Exhibition in the second floor rotunda of the Capitol Building. Then, a small reception with coffee and doughnuts will be hosted by Senator Brewer and Senator Pansing Brooks in the Capitol’s first floor cafeteria. Everyone is invited to attend this reception.
Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte Sculpture unveiling, Powwow Exhibition, and Reception
DATE
Monday, October 11
TIME
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
LOCATION
Heritage Plaza
332 Centennial Mall
CONTACT
Scott Shafer
scott.w.shafer@nebraska.gov
402.471.3475
Alicia Rodrigues
alicia.rodrigues@nebraska.gov
This dedication event will recognize Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte, the first Native American physician in the United States. It will feature the unveiling of a larger than life size sculpture created by renowned artist Benjamin Victor.
The reception immediately following the unveiling and Powwow Exhibition will be open to the public and held at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 332 Centennial Mall South.
