The Oneida Clans

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The Clans Of The Oneida Nation

The Oneidas have three clans -- turtle, wolf, and bear -- and each have their own characteristics. View short Flash movie. Read more »

Symbols of the Oneida Nation

How the Clans were Chosen

The legend of how clans were chosen is believed to have its origins in the Haudenosaunee mourning process. Read more »

The Meaning of the Oneida Seal

The Oneida seal has significant meaning. The eagle sitting on top of the tree is a protector and has great vision to watch over all Nations. The eagle warns us of impending danger. The wampum... Read more »

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    Kathy Kuhl, Oneida Nation’s Central New York Indian Outreach Coordinator, was a recent guest speaker at the Defense Finance and Accounting Service’s (DFAS) Women’s History Month ‘Lunch-and-Learn’ event. Kuhl told of the rich history and accomplishments of Oneida women. Her talk told of Sky Woman, the Three Sisters, Two Kettles, Polly Cooper, Mary Winder and the many Oneida women who have served and are currently serving this country as members of the armed forces. Her talk focused on the accomplishments of these and other Oneida women in history and she shared with the group information about the role of women in Oneida culture, a matrilineal society.

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