Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma

About The Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) Tribe

  1. The Delaware Tribe, also known as the Lenape, were among the first to sign treaties with the United States.
  2. They played a significant role in the early history of the United States, including interactions with early European settlers.
  3. The tribe has a rich cultural heritage, including traditional dances, ceremonies, and crafts.
  4. The Delaware were relocated multiple times before settling in Oklahoma.
  5. The tribe has been involved in various efforts to preserve their language and cultural practices.

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Read about the storied heritage of the Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape), including its cultural influence and historical journey to Oklahoma, through resources at the Oklahoma Historical Society.

The Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape)'s Original Lands

Northeastern United States, including areas of New York, New Jersey, Northern Delaware, and Eastern Pennsylvania

Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) Resources

Behavioral Health Center:

Cherokee Nation Cooweescoonee Health Center

Brandi Payton
395200 W 2900 Rd
Ochelata, OK 74051

Housing Authority:

Delaware Tribe Housing Program

McKenzie Loffer
mloffer@delawaretribe.org
918-337-6590 x 116
5100 Tuxedo Blvd
Bartlesville, OK 74006

Education and Training:

Education Department is through the Trust Board

Tera Madden
918-337-6590
5110 Tuxedo Blvd.
Bartlesville, OK 74006

Childcare Center:

Delaware Tribe of Indians Child Care

Molly Jones, Director
5106 Tuxedo Blvd
Bartlesville, OK 74006

Law Enforcement:

Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)

Medical Clinics:

Indian Health Service (IHS)

Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) Jurisdiction and Geography

Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) Geographical Identity:

Northeast

Oklahoma Jurisdiction by County:

Washington County, Rogers, Nowata, part of Tulsa

Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) Tourism and Celebrations

Contact the Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape)

Address:

5100 Tuxedo Blvd Bartlesville, OK 74006

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Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) Politics

Chief:

Brad KillsCrow

Term of Office:

Tribal Verification Required

Elections Held:

Every 2 years

Term Begins in:

November

Congressional District:

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Decision Making Bodies:

General Council

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Health Board Governed by:

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Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) Cultural Facts

Number of Members:

12947

General Council Held:

Annually

Public Legislative Meetings Held:

Monthly

Registered Voters:

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Percentage of Voters in Last Highest Leader Election:

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Active Clans:

Wolf, Turtle, Turkey

Traditionally Matriarchal:

Yes

Language Status:

Endangered

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