The Oneida Indian Nation

Shekóli. Greetings.

Known as the fledgling United States’ first allies, the Oneidas played a key role in the birth of this Nation, and have overcome numerous challenges and hardships. We have a unique story to share, and we encourage you to learn more about us and our economic rebirth in our Central New York home. Read more »

Oneida Stories

Never Stop Learning

Higher education remains an important goal for the Oneida Indian Nation. Read More »

Inspiring Women's Rights

The pioneers of the women’s rights movement in the 19th century drew inspiration from the matrilineal culture of the Haudenosaunee. Read More »

The Peacemaker's Gift

The Peacemaker explained that as the white pine tree retains its color, the Great Peace holds sway over the Five Nations. Read More »

Latest News

Oneida Nation To Host Sixth Annual Notah Begay III Foundation Challenge To Benefit Native American Youth
Oneida Nation Representative Ray Halbritter and four-time PGA TOUR winner Notah Begay III today announced the format and field for the sixth annual Notah Begay III (NB3) Foundation Challenge, an annual fundraising event supporting the NB3 Foundation’s... Read More »

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Oneida Nation Reaches Historic Agreement with State of New York, Oneida County and Madison County
The Oneida Nation reached an historic agreement with the State of New York Thursday to resolve all outstanding disputes regarding the status of the Nation’s lands, property taxes, sales taxes and gaming at Turning Stone Resort Casino. In exchange for the Nation’s agreement to share a portion of its gaming revenues with the State, the State will discontinue all legal challenges, and end longstanding opposition to the recognition of the Oneida Nation reservation. Additionally, the State will agree not to authorize any casinos in a broad, 10 county exclusivity zone. Read More »
Oneida Nation Makes $10,000 Contribution to Cooperstown Central School District to Help Offset Cost of Mascot Change
Oneida Nation Representative Ray Halbritter presented a check for $10,000 to the Cooperstown Central School District, Wednesday, May 15, as a contribution to help offset the cost of the school’s change... Read More »
Nationally Televised Boxing Returns to Turning Stone June 7 for Showtime Network’s “SHOBOX – The New Generation”
For the fifth time in the last ten months, Turning Stone Resort Casino will host nationally televised professional boxing, as the Showtime Network program “SHOBOX – The New Generation” will originate, live, Friday, June 7 from the Turning Stone Event Center. Read More »
Matt Brewing Company of Utica Introduces Upstate Lager Exclusively at Turning Stone’s Upstate Tavern
The newest dining option at Turning Stone Resort Casino, Upstate Tavern, now has its own, locally produced house brew. Upstate Lager made its highly anticipated debut Tuesday afternoon. Upstate Lager... Read More »
Oneida Nation Employees in the Spotlight at Annual Talent Show
A talented group of 26 Oneida Nation employees took to the stage Tuesday night, May 7, for the 14th annual Employee Talent Show at the Turning Stone Resort Casino Showroom. When the judges’ votes were... Read More »