The Oneida Indian Nation’s Shako:wi Cultural Center will have new seasonal hours beginning Saturday, November 1. Shako:wi will be open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and closed on weekends and holidays.
Constructed in 1993 out of hand-crafted white pine logs, Shako:wi Cultural Center stands as a testament to the rich lives, talents and heroism of the Oneida people, from the key role they played as allies of General George Washington during the Revolutionary War to the current day, as the Oneida people have worked to revitalize their community. Guests of Shako:wi are able to explore the depths of Oneida tradition and culture, including the meanings and uses of wampum, basketry, beadwork, lacrosse and more.
The building is named in memory of Richard Chrisjohn (Wolf Clan), former Nation Representative, whose Oneida name means “he gives.” That spirit of giving is what the facility is all about – it is designed to give guests and future generations a sense of their roots and heritage.
Shako:wi is located at 1022 Territory Rd. Oneida, NY 13421. For more information, call 315-829-8801.
