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Month: May 2023

Important: Volunteers needed for Walleye Weekend Parking

Calling all Brothertowns! There is an urgent request from Dawn for volunteers to cover the fundraising event for June 7, 8 and 9. See Chart below of times needed critically needed for coverage.

This event and full coverage is vital for help funding our new Cultural Center

Please Contact Dawn at 920 949-9964 or email at dmkraintz@brothertownindians.org

Remember our Fallen Warriors….

On this Memorial Day, please take a moment to reflect on our fallen warriors.   The Brothertown Indians have had a proud history of Serving since the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Civil war, and every war to the present day. While having family picnics and other events, remember our ancestors and family who have fallen.

To use a sentence or two from the recent Smithsonian magazine: “Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian men and women have always been defenders of their lives, lands, and way of life. The call to serve in the U.S. armed forces has resonated for Native people from the country’s founding—long before they were recognized as American citizens—to the present day. At the same time, Native communities have never taken casualties lightly. Native nations pay homage to fallen warriors as heroes with ceremonies, feasts, and prayers—formal, reverent memorials held throughout the year.”

Lake Winnebago Water Walk 2023

Join The Brothertown Indian Nation June 15, 16,17 2023

(Thursday, Friday and Saturday)

Ceremony/Walk Begins at 6:00 am

Columbia County Park: N10340 Calumet Harbor Road, Malone WI 53049

Map to Columbia County Park here

  • Wear: Comfortable Sneakers, long Skirts (women)
  • Bring: Tobaco & Pouch, Water Bottle and dry socks
  • Provided: water to refill bottles, simple lunch
  • Upon Arrival: smudge (have tobacco pouch handy).
  • For more information contact: Jessica Ryan (612) 508-3364

DONATIONS WELCOME: Meals. snacks, gas cards or money

Photos of Lake Winnebago Water Walk 2022

Season Opening Celebration! Fond du Lac County Historical Society

Our 2023 Season Opening Celebration starts a summer of fun events and programs! Join us at the Historic Galloway House and Village for exploration and entertainment for the whole family. See the Brothertown Indian Exhibit, up for this summer only.  In addition, the state of Wisconsin is celebrating its 175th anniversary on May 29, and we’re joining in the fun with an exhibit dedicated to all things Wisconsin. Don’t miss a minute of this fun-filled day! For additional information click here...

  • 11am – 1pm Cristo Rey Ranch Petting Zoo
  • 11am – 2pm Zoomalata Balloon Twisting
  • 11am – 3pm Tours of the Galloway House, Blakely Museum, and Veterinary Office
  • 11am – 3pm Living History throughout the Village
  • 11am – 3pm Kids’ Crafts and Games
  • 12pm – 1pm Burdocks & Rust Presentation
  • 1pm – 2pm Great Fire of 1871 program, followed by a guided tour of our Village Fire House
  • 1:45pm – 2:30pm Music in the Mansion
  • All day: food available from Mr. and Mrs. Catering, beverages available, Fond du Lac Society of Model Railroad Hobbyists, and Scavenger Hunts.

Announcing “Bottle Fundraiser” for the New Cultural Center….

CHALLENGE: I challenge you to grab a bottle and fill it with coins, when full, cash in and send check, money order or on pay-pal for this challenge. Thank you to all who have made a donation towards this since the February 19 th meeting.

Goal: $5,000 – for the NEW Brothertown Indians Cultural Center…

Now that we have new property. Let’s raise some money for repairs and getting it ready for a Grand Opening!

We’ll need your professional help as well. Calling all Painters, electricians, plumbers, carpenters, roofers, etc.

Contact me at dmkraintz@brothertownindians.org or call 920-929-9964