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44th Annual Federal Recognition Day - Mini Traditional PowWow & Market Day
May 11, 2024
11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Turtle Creek - 7741 M 72 E Williamsburg, MI
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Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians Presents 44th Annual Federal Recognition Day Mini PowWow & Tribal Market Day!

Celebrate Grand Traverse Band’s 44th Year of Federal Recognition, GTB Will Be Hosting a Tribal Market Day Open to All Community Members! Drug, Alcohol, & Dog FREE Event. Explore a variety of authentic Anishinaabek crafts, artwork, and traditional foods at our market day. Engage with members of our community and learn about our rich history and traditions. This family-friendly event is open to all, with free admission. Join us for a day of celebration, culture, and community spirit! Food, Festivities, Shopping, & Fun!

  • Everyone Welcome!
  • Free Admission
  • FREE Gift for GTB Tribal Members
  • All Youth Must be Accompanied by an Adult
  • No Drugs, Alcohol, Firearms Weapons, or Dog

Saturday; May 11th, 2024 • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm • Turtle Creek - 7741 M 72 E Williamsburg, MI


VOLUNTEERS WANTED!


Vendors

All Vendors Welcomed • Tribal & Non-Tribal • Welcomed Food Spaces are Limited, No Fee,

Vendor Registration: https://bit.ly/GTBFRD24_Vendors

Deadline April 19th


Event Schedule

  • 11:00 am - Market Opening Ceremony
  • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm - Government Department Information Tables Will Be Available On-Site
  • 12:00 pm - Grand Entry 

Head Staff

  • Master of Ceremony: Paul Raphael
  • Arena Director: Tom Shomin
  • Host Drum: Bear Creek
  • Co-Host Drum: Dusty Bear
  • Head Veteran: Post 120
  • Head Dancers: Jared Broome & Tiana Schocko
  • Jr. Head Dancers: Brandon Marshall Jr. & Liliana McClellan-Shinos
  • Sound: Mark Wilson

HONORARIUM

  • Show-Up Drum Split - $2,000
  • Dance Honorarium - $20

SPECIALS

Tiana Schocko - Youth Jingle Special

  • 1st Place $300
  • 2nd Place $200
  • 3rd Place $100

Mother Sidestep Special - No Regalia Necessary to Enter

  • 1st Place $300
  • 2nd Place $200
  • 3rd Place $100

Jared Broome - Boys Grass Special

  • 1st Place $300
  • 2nd Place $200
  • 3rd Place $100

Spot Dances


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All Children Must be Accompanied by An Adult. Unsupervised Children Will Be Reported to the Proper Authorities. GTB is Not Responsible for Any Injury, Lost, or Damaged Items Event Subject to Change Without Notice.