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IMAGE Celebrating 20 Years: Oneida Nation Turning Stone Resort Casino.

Building On Our Success. Focused On The Future.


On April 16th, 1993, the Oneida Nation signed an historic gaming compact with then Gov. Mario Cuomo to open New York State’s first high stakes casino. And 20 years later we are celebrating the impact Turning Stone Casino has had on Oneida Nation Members and on our neighbors.

Visit this page to learn all about the 20th anniversary events we have planned:

• See the schedule of world-class entertainment and special public events being planned. See this page for more details!

• Listen to long-time (20 year) employees review the history of Turning Stone during a kick-off event held on April 15. You can view the video here.

• View a special message from Ray Halbritter, Oneida Nation Representative and CEO of Oneida Nation Enterprises, and former Gov. Mario Cuomo. Two formats are available. Choose either a wmv or a .mp4.
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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 »

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