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Oneida Day Shines at New York State Fair

Crowds gathered around Turtle Mound in the Indian Village at the New York State Fair Sept. 1 for a celebration of Oneida Day.

Punctuating the day were Oneida dancers in full regalia, entertaining with athletic prowess despite the oppressive heat. Words and a song of thanksgiving were offered in the Oneida language followed by an address by Nation Representative and CEO Ray Halbritter (Wolf Clan), who provided a synopsis of Oneida history to the crowd.

“Today is a celebration of who we are,” said Ray. “Enjoy the dancing and singing of our people which has been handed down for generations since time immemorial.

“… We are a matrilineal society. Mothers determine our lineage, who we are, what clan we belong to. The Oneida ...
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