Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians

Home › Oklahoma Tribes › Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians

About The Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Tribe

Facts About the Otoe-Missouria Tribe:

  • The Otoe-Missouria Tribe is descended from the Chiwere-speaking people of the Great Lakes region.
  • They were historically semi-nomadic and practiced both hunting and agriculture.
  • The tribe participates in the annual Otoe-Missouria Encampment, celebrating their culture and traditions.
  • The Otoe-Missouria were among the first tribes to encounter Lewis and Clark on their expedition.
  • They have a strong emphasis on preserving their language and cultural heritage.

Click to Learn More About the Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma

Read about the storied heritage of the Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma, including its cultural influence and historical journey to Oklahoma, through resources at the Oklahoma Historical Society.

The Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma's Original Lands

Great Lakes region, including Wisconsin, Iowa, and Missouri

Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Resources

Behavioral Health Center:

White Eagle Health Center - Behavioral Health

Jake Roberts
jake.roberts@ihs.gov
580-762-3421
200 White Eagle Dr.
Ponca City, OK 74601

Housing Authority:

Otoe-Missouria Housing Department

Reva Howell
rhowell@omtribe.org
580-723-4466 x 345
405 Wendell Drive
Red Rock, OK 74651

Education and Training:

Otoe-Missouria Tribe: Workforce Investment Act (WIA)

Gwynn Ridge
gridge@omtribe.org
580-723-4466 x 214
8151 Hwy 177
Red Rock, OK 74651

Childcare Center:

Otoe-Missouria Tribe Child Care and Development Program 

Katy Hudson
580-723-4466 x 135
8151 Highway 177
Red Rock OK 74651

Law Enforcement:

Otoe-Missouria Police Department

Chief of Police Jennings Gabriele
580-723-4540
22915 Otoe Cemetery Road
Red Rock, OK 74651

Medical Clinics:

The Otoe-Missouria Tribe Health Program

Bennett Arkeketa, Associate Director
580-723-4466 x 259
8151 Highway 177
Red Rock, OK 74651

Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Jurisdiction and Geography

Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Geographical Identity:

Great Lakes

Oklahoma Jurisdiction by County:

  • Noble County
  • Kay County

Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Tourism and Celebrations

  • Types of Amenities: History, Arts & Culture
  • Number of Hotels: 1
  • Number of RV Parks: 01
  • Number of Concert Venues: 1
  • Number of Restaurants: Tribal Verification Required
  • Family Activities: Yes
  • Medical Tourism: No
  • Museum Open to Public?: Yes
  • Visit Museum Website
  • Open Annual Celebration: Yes
  • Annual Celebration Date:
    Tribal Verification Required

Contact the Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma

Address:

8151 Highway 177,
Red Rock, OK 74651

Phone:

580-723-4466

Email:

adawe.oto@gmail.com

Website:

Visit the Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Website

Socials:

Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Politics

Chairman:

John R. Shotton

Term of Office:

3 Years

Elections Held:

Every 3 years

Term Begins in:

July

Congressional District:

Tribal Verification Required

Decision Making Bodies:

General Council

Economy Authority Governed by:

Tribal Verification Required

Health Board Governed by:

Tribal Verification Required

House Board Governed by:

Tribal Verification Required

Audited Federal Grant Awards:

Tribal Verification Required

Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Cultural Facts

Number of Members:

3300

General Council Held:

Annually

Public Legislative Meetings Held:

Monthly

Registered Voters:

Tribal Verification Required

Percentage of Voters in Last Highest Leader Election:

Tribal Verification Required%

Active Clans:

Bear, Pigeon, Eagle, Owl, Beaver, Buffalo and Elk

Traditionally Matriarchal:

No

Language Status:

Endangered

Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Social Services and Programs

  • Offers Indian Child Welfare: Yes
  • Number of Foster Children in Program: Tribal Verification Required
  • Youth Programs Offered To: Indian youth only
  • Number of Hospitals: 0
  • Number of Clinics: 0
  • Offers Dental and Vision: Yes
  • Offers Public Transit: No
  • Offers Veterans Program: Yes
  • Number of Housing Units: 64
  • HUD’s # of Homes Needed: 25
  • Offers Substance Abuse and Behavioral Health Counseling To:
    All Indians in jurisdiction
  • Offers Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) To :
    All Indians in jurisdiction
  • Offers Childcare To:
    All Indians in jurisdiction
  • Offers Healthcare To:
    All Indians in jurisdiction
  • Offers Elder Lunch and Activities (Title VI):
    All Indians in jurisdiction
  • Offers Housing to:
    All Indians in jurisdiction

Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Economy, Budget, and Employment

The Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Budget

  • Annual Operating Budget: Tribal Verification Required
  • Percentage of Budget Funded by Federal Grants : Tribal Verification Required
  • Percentage of Budget Funded by BIA Tribal Allocation : Tribal Verification Required
  • Percentage of Budget Funded by IHS: Tribal Verification Required
  • Percentage of Budget Funding by Gaming: Tribal Verification Required
  • Percentage of Budget Funded by Tribal Business Taxes: Tribal Verification Required

The Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Economy

  • Banking + Lending: Tribal Verification Required
  • Energy: Tribal Verification Required
  • Farming and Ranching: Tribal Verification Required
  • Manufacturing: Tribal Verification Required
  • Oil and Gas: Tribal Verification Required
  • Services: Tribal Verification Required
  • Transportation: Tribal Verification Required
  • Utilities: Tribal Verification Required

The Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Employees

  • Total Number of Employees: Tribal Verification Required
  • Total Number of Indian Employees: Tribal Verification Required
  • Total Number of Non-Indian Employees: Tribal Verification Required

Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Law, Compacts, and Contracts

Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Law and Order

  • Operates a Tribal Court: Yes
  • Offers Drug Court: No
  • Operates a Law Enforcement Department: Yes
  • Number of Law Enforcement Officers: 0

The Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Compacts and Agreements

  • Compacted BIA: No
  • Compacted IHS: No
  • Per Capita Payments: Yes
  • Issues tribal license plates: Yes
  • Issues License Tags: Yes
  • Gaming Compact: Yes
  • Fuel Compact: Yes
  • Alcohol Compact: Yes
  • Tobacco Compact: Yes

The Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Oklahoma Contracts and Programs

  • Federal Contractor NAICS:
    Tribal Verification Required
  • TERO: Tribal Verification Required
  • PL 102-477 Tribe: Tribal Verification Required
  • Click to View PL 102-477 Plan

Stay Informed!

Subscribe today to stay up to date on the launch of OKNN, tribal news, and more.
SUBSCRIBE

Copyright © 2024 Oklahoma Native News

Privacy Policy

Youtube Facebook