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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.

Click to Learn More About the Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape)

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.

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 + Celebrations

  • Types of Amenities: Tribal Verification Required
  • Number of Hotels: None
  • Number of RV Parks: 0
  • Number of Concert Venues: 0
  • Number of Restaurants: Tribal Verification Required
  • Family Activities: Yes
  • Medical Tourism: Yes
  • Museum Open to Public?: Yes
  • Visit Museum Website
  • Open Annual Celebration: Yes
  • Annual Celebration Date:
    Tribal Verification Required

Contact the Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape)

Address:

5100 Tuxedo Blvd Bartlesville, OK 74006

Phone:

918-337-6590

Email:

tribe@delawaretribe.org

Website:

Visit the Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) Website

Socials:

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:

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

Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) Cultural Facts

Number of Members:

12947

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:

Wolf, Turtle, Turkey

Traditionally Matriarchal:

Yes

Language Status:

Endangered

The Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) Social Services and Programs

  • Offers Indian Child Welfare: Yes
  • Number of Foster Children in Program: Tribal Verification Required
  • Youth Programs Offered To: Tribal Verification Required
  • Number of Hospitals: 0
  • Number of Clinics: 1
  • Offers Dental and Vision: Yes
  • Offers Public Transit: No
  • Offers Veterans Program: Yes
  • Number of Housing Units: 200
  • HUD’s # of Homes Needed: 0
  • Offers Substance Abuse and Behavioral Health Counseling To:
    Tribal Verification Required
  • Offers Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) To :
    Tribal Verification Required
  • Offers Food Distribution:
    Tribal Verification Required
  • Food Give-Away Frequency:
    Tribal Verification Required
  • Offers Childcare To:
    All people, including non-Indians
  • Offers Afterschool Care:
    All people, including non-Indians
  • Offers Healthcare To:
    Tribal Verification Required
  • Offers Elder Lunch and Activities (Title VI):
    Tribal Verification Required
  • Offers Housing to:
    Tribal members, All Indians in jurisdiction
  • Emergency Housing Offered:
    By Housing, By Domestic Violence Program

The Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) Economy, Budget, and Employment

The Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) 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 Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) 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 Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) 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

The Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) Law, Compacts, and Contracts

The Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) Law and Order

  • Operates a Tribal Court: Yes
  • Offers Drug Court: No
  • Operates a Law Enforcement Department: Yes
  • Number of Law Enforcement Officers: Tribal Verification Required
  • Cross Deputized: Tribal Verification Required

The Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) Compacts and Agreements

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

The Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma (Lenape) 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

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