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 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

February 12 Closure due to weather

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Presidents' Day Closure

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Governor Johnson Press Release Regarding ICE

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Little Axe Youth Rec Soccer 2025

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Miss, Jr. Miss, and Little Miss Indian Oklahoma City applications now open!

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February 12 Closure due to weather

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Wednesday February 12 2025 due to inclement weather.

Presidents' Day Closure

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Monday February 17 in observance of Presidents' Day.

Governor Johnson Press Release Regarding ICE

Little Axe Youth Rec Soccer 2025

Little Axe Youth Rec Soccer 2025 All Games Played in Little Axe Parent/Coaches Meeting will be held February 25th, 6:30-7:00pm $15 AFTER Feb. 25 price increases to $20 OPEN FOR BOYS & GIRLS 3-18 Y.O. SIGNUPS BEGIN JAN. 27 AND GO THROUGH MARCH 21ST. MAX CHARGE 2 YOUTH PER FAMILY.  SIGN-UPS WILL BE: ·ANYTIME MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 5pm - 6-m starting Jan. 27 WE WILL HAVE EVENING SIGNUPS FROM  6-7:30 PM ON FEB 25TH SIGNUP AT BRENDLE CORNER COMM BUILDING LOCATED OFF OF HIGHWAY 9 JUST EAST OF 192ND IN WHITE CHURCH LOOKING BUILDING  Practices can begin as early as March 17th Season will be April 5th through Approx June  7th Any questions contact Blake Goodman at bgoodman@astribe.com or 405.617.6231

Happy 4th of July

Tribal members, COVID-19 case numbers are on the rise. As we are heading into a holiday weekend, I would like to remind you to continue to take precautions and follow CDC guidelines. Please continue to wear a mask when you can. Also, take a look at this article published by the CDC on how to help slow the spread of the virus.

AST will remain in Phase II until further notice.

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe has been monitoring the COVID-19 situation. For the safety of our members and employees, we have decided to remain in Phase II until further notice. Restrictions remaining in place are as follows:  
  • Continued mandatory temperature/symptom checkpoint upon entry into the complex
  • Shawnee Complex will be open to tribal members by appointment only.

ICW

Due to the rise of Covid cases and out of abundance of safety for our ICW children and staff, the ICW department will be available by appointment only, effective Thursday,  June 25, 2020. Temperatures will be taken upon entry and masks will be issued as needed. The ICW staff can be reached by phone, 405.395.4490, Monday-Friday; 8am -5pm.
Thank you for your cooperation. 
 

AST General Wellness Fund Update

AST Members,
Convid-19 checks are being processed by the Finance Department on a rolling basis as we receive the applications from the Secretary’s Office.  You will receive your check by mail; there are no exceptions.  Please do no contact the Finance Department asking :”Where is my check?”  Calling will not drive us any quicker. Your application and check is being processed as quickly as possible. 
Moreover, the mailing process is underway.
Treasurer Ellis

AST Voting Reminder

 
Absentee Shawnee Tribal Elections are this Saturday, June 20th. Voting locations will be in Little Axe at the Resource Center and on the Shawnee complex in the Multi Purpose Building. Polls open from 8 am - 6 pm. Please wear your mask and be safe.

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