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The Turtle Mountain Chippewa community is a vibrant multi-cultural community that includes traditions from the Ojibwe (Anishinaabe) people and the Metis/Cree people to create a culture that is both unique and beautifully colorful and vibrant. The Mission of the Turtle Mountain Chippewa Indian Heritage Center is to preserve, promote, and apprise the history, culture, and language of the Tribe in order to promote wellness within the community and surrounding communities by educating the public – especially the youth – of the beautiful, health, holistic, diverse and living cultures here, and how this can be used to benefit the lives of community members now, and in the generations to come.The purpose of the center is to preserve the written documents and artifacts of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa, and to make historical materials available for use by the Turtle Mountain people and others who desire to learn more about the Tribe and its unique cultural heritage.The Turtle Mountain Indian Historical Society and Heritage Center was established in 1981 with a constitution and by-laws as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.Miigwich!Kathy Peltier-Zaste
Heritage Center Director
| The Turtle Mountain Reservation is located in the heart of the beautiful Turtle Mountains, known for their scenic beauty. Each year, thousands of tourists are attracted the Turtle Mountains, annually to enjoy our exciting casino, many pow wow dance celebrations, Metis festivals, community events, natural resources, horse racing, and the countless local attractions that make our neck of the woods so much fun that people keep coming back for more! The Turtle Mountain Tourism Division promotes the rich culture and heritage, diverse scenery and unique and entertaining experiences found in the Turtle Mountains and the surrounding region. The Division works closely with area businesses, community organizations, city leaders, and non-profit groups to ensure that every tourist who comes to our community has the best opportunity for a fun and quality experience. For more information, contact Selina Lafontaine |
Native American Hall of Honor is an annual program recognizing Native Americans who have gone above and beyond in representing their tribe and culture. The program is a partnership of the North Dakota Indian Affairs Commission, the State Historical Society of North Dakota, and the State Historical Society Foundation. The program recognizes traditional and contemporary achievements in four categories: Arts and Culture, Athletics, Leadership, and Military/Veterans. Nominees can be living or in memoriam.