OKMULGEE – On October 13, the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Council House hosted celebrations for 2025’s Indigenous People’s Day. The event was organized Indigenous People’s Day Okmulgee and featured MCN tribal resources, food vendors, musicians, speakers, and artist booths. A Native fashion show highlighted contemporary Indigenous design- mixing modern takes on traditional clothes. In addition to raffle prizes and cultural activities, a free cultural meal was also provided.
“For the Indigenous Peoples Association, started as a grassroots movement by Brenda S. Golden, the day isn’t just a line up on a calendar,” stated IDP Okmulgee on their Facebook page. “It’s a reminder of who we are. It’s about our sovereignty, our language, our arts, our lands and waters. It was a powerful day of honoring our ancestors and moving forward. We are humbled by your presence, prayers and support.”
The day opened with a posting of the colors and opening prayer led by the MCN Honor Guard, Stephen Powell and Ben Yahola. After the welcoming, a land acknowledgement was spoken by MCN Council Representative Robyn Whitecloud and MCNNC Second Speaker Thomasine Yahola Osborn.
Official OKC Thunder Artist Maddie Lamb Sanders and artist Dana Tiger spoke during the event. Contemporary music by Aryn Ward and comedy sessions by Jordan Jayi, Kels Cooper and Will Buck were performed. There was also a powwow dancing and Creek Hymn singing.
