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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• Giving Thanks in Oneida
• Helping Hands
• Camaraderie at Center Circle and Beyond
• Reconnecting with Oneida Art
• Behind the Fun
• Oneida Nation to Participate in German Festival
• Spring Springs at Recreation Center
• Polly Cooper
• Playing by the Book
• Baskets Carry Meaning
• Talking Weather
• Taking the Bite out of a Dental Visit
• Four-Legged Friends
• Shako:wi – Richard Chrisjohn
• Ben Franklin and the Haudenosaunee
• Tangible Playhouse
• Setting a Good Example
• Learning Oneida Language
• Craft Classes at Cookhouse
• True Spirit of Thanksgiving
• Biking it Out
• We Honor and Remember
• A Gamut of Services
• Know Your Firefighter
• Time to Shine