Hi ho   ne ho wa se   we ki ni
(Hello my good friend.)
"Procession Before War Dance", Ernest Spybuck    Credit: National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Institution (02/5735).
Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe is primarily located in the heart of central Oklahoma with approximately 4,723 members who live in all parts of the world as of December 31, 2024. Our tribal government complex is located in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Our logo features Tecumseh, a Shawnee warrior and visionary leader, who worked to unite tribes in a common homeland where Indians could live under their own laws and leaders. He died in October 1813, in battle near the area of present day Thamesville, in Toronto, Canada. The LI-SI-WI-NWI in our logo means “Among the Shawnee”
Latest Announcements & Upcoming Events

Most Recent

Indigenous Peoples' Day Closure

Announcement

Regular Executive Committee Meeting

Meeting

Domestic Violence Tie Dye T-Shirt Event Shawnee

Event

Domestic Violence Tie Dye T-Shirt Event LA

Event

Special Executive Committee Meeting

Meeting

AST Elderly Homeowner Safe Shelter Program

The AST Elderly Homeowner Safe Shelter program is now available. To apply, click here, https://www.astribe.com/forms/Elderly-Homeowner-Safe-Shelter

Indigenous Peoples' Day Closure

THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2025 IN OBSERVANCE OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY

Regular Executive Committee Meeting

The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday October 15, 2025 at 10 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Misty McGirt, Tribal Secretary Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Dated this 6th day of October 2025.

ZOMBIE 5K FUN RUN/1K WALK 2025

RUN FOR YOUR LIVES! OR WALK FOR WELLNESS! Get ready for a spooktacular good time at our ZOMBIE 5K FUN RUN/1K WALK presented by the Diabetes & Wellness Dept.! It's not just a 5K fun run/walk; it's a FALL FESTIVAL packed with fun for everyone! When: October 23rd, 2025 Check-in: 5:00 - 5:45 PM (No same-day registration, so plan ahead!) Where: Lake Thunderbird State Park, 1297 Clear Bay Ave, Norman, OK 73026 What to Expect: ZOMBIES! Keep moving to outrun the hoard! (Ki Ke Ki Ka Mi Ge - "Keep Moving"!) FALL FESTIVAL FUN! A food truck will be on site along with Trunk or Treat, and Games! Important Dates: Register by October 10th, 2025 to guarantee your event T-shirt! Don't Miss Out! Scan the QR code in the event image or click on the link to register today and secure your spot among the survivors (or the undead!) https://www.asthealth.org/forms/zombie-run Contact us at 405.561.7874 or email MARK.SCOTT@ASTRIBE.COM.

AST - Vision Zero - Safer Streets Saves Lives Survey

AST  - Vision Zero - Safer Streets Saves Lives Survey
B A C K G R O U N D :
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe was awarded a Safe Streets for All (SS4A) planning grant from the United States Department of Transportation for the creation of a Safety Action Plan (SAP). The goal of the SAP is to reduce and eliminate serious injuries and fatal crashes on roadways in the Absentee Shawnee Tribe SAP study area by identifying roadway safety problems and roadway locations with the most significant safety risks. 
W E  N E E D  Y O U R  I N P U T !

2025 AST Elders Meeting Schedule

2025
ELDERS COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
Elders Officers
Term: 2023 to 2025
President: Twila Parker -  Cell 405.229.8052
Vice President: Audrey Dodds  - Cell 405.593.5987
Treasurer: Charlotte Ellis  - Cell 405.620.4091
Secretary: Shirley Adkins  - Cell 405.778.9353

2025 AST Egg Hunt

Hello everyone! It’s that time of year! Our Annual 2025 Easter Event!
Join us for a morning full of activities and fun!
10am – 12pm at the Multipurpose building
PLEASE BRING AN EASTER BASKET FOR THE EGG HUNTS
If you have any questions please reach out to:
Alexas Rosales
405.275.4030 Ext: 3641

Spring Break Melokami Youth Camp 2025

Spring Break Melokami Youth Camp  
OPEN TO ALL YOUTH 6-12th grade, space is limited.
Location - Brendle Corner, 19200 E Robinson Street, Norman, OK
Date/Time - March 17-21, 2025, 9 am to 4 pm
Transportation - Tecumseh, Shawnee area youth will be picked up at the AST Complex at 8:30 SHARP. We will return to the complex at 4:30
Sign-Ups - Youth must be signed up by Friday, March 14.
Contact information:
Blake Goodman: bgoodman@astribe.com

Regular Executive Committee Meeting

The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday March 19 2025 at 10 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Misty McGirt, Tribal Secretary
Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma
Dated this 25th day of February 2025.

March 7-8 2025 Native Heritage Event - Oklahoma Warriors Hockey

March 7 & 8 is Native Heritage Night!
This is your chance to catch a Oklahoma Warriors hockey match. Tickets are FREE with CDIB card.
Games are played at OKC Blazers ICE Centre, 8000 S I-35 Service, Road in OKC at 7 PM.

RESCHEDULED Regular Executive Committee Meeting

DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER THIS MEETING HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED
The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 10 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Misty McGirt, Tribal Secretary

Feb. 18, 19 & 20 Weather Closure

Due to inclement weather, the Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Tuesday February 18,  Wednesday February 19 and Thursday February 20 2025.

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