CPN Owned Glass-Plate Negative Nominated for Oklahoma Endangered Artifacts listing

The Citizen Potawatomi Nation Cultural Heritage Center has been selected to participate in Oklahoma’s Top Ten Endangered Artifacts campaign, sponsored by the Oklahoma Cultural Heritage Trust, to increase awareness and support for Oklahoma’s most important historical objects. In all, 25 … Continue reading

CPN Eagle Aviary Releases Rehabilitated Bald Eagle – Click Here to View

Citizen Potawatomi Artist Spotlight: Sharon Catlege

Catlege

Sharon Catlege was born and grew up in rural Oklahoma.  She was given the Potawatomi name “Jejakwe” meaning “Crane Woman”.  The crane, called the thunderer, rarely made noise; however, when it did, its sound was unmistakable.  Sharon has chosen to … Continue reading

Basket-making Classes, January 11th, Space is Limited!

The Cultural Heritage Center will host two basket-making classes on Friday, January 11th at 9am and 1pm.  Ms. Loretta Burgess will teach students how to make small Cherokee double-wall baskets.  The cost for the class is $25 and includes materials.  … Continue reading

Listen to a Simple Conversation in Potawatomi

Here’s a simple conversation between three men about taking a fishing trip.  The speakers use Potawatomi first, then English.  Copy and paste the link below into your browser to hear the audio. http://www.potawatomiheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/fishing-podcast-original.mp3