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Sage & Serenity, A Golden Age RetreatOctober 12th - 15th, 2026Platte River State Park | Louisville, NEThe Domestic Viole...
09/01/2026

Sage & Serenity, A Golden Age Retreat
October 12th - 15th, 2026
Platte River State Park | Louisville, NE

The Domestic Violence Program would like to invite
community elders to join us for an elderly retreat.
During this time, participants will have the opportunity to join in
our information training sessions as well as self-care activities,
crafts times, and other therapies.

Participants will stay onsite in one of several cabins.
Meals will be provided. Transportation to and from the
retreat will be provided to those who need it.

Space is limited, so interested elders will need
to register by using the following link: https://
poncatribeofne.formstack.com/forms/sage_and_serenity or scan the QR code.

ICYMI: The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska celebrated our Annual Powwow August 6-9, 2026. More Pictures from Powwow can be found...
08/24/2026

ICYMI: The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska celebrated our Annual Powwow August 6-9, 2026. More Pictures from Powwow can be found on our Flickr account at https://ow.ly/sWRw50ZEX76

08/09/2026

2026 August. 9 Grand Entry 

ATTENTION RELATIVES!Tribal Council will be offering head shots for Ponca Elders at this year’s Annual Powwow in Niobrara...
08/06/2026

ATTENTION RELATIVES!
Tribal Council will be offering head shots for Ponca Elders at this year’s Annual Powwow in Niobrara. Each Elder will be provided a copy of their professional photo following the powwow.
Stop by the Tribal Council/Welcome booth for more details on Thursday night, Friday morning, or watch for the information to be shared on social media.

Learn Drum Making at Powwow!Youth ages 8 and up are invited to join Ponca Elder Bob Sweeney for a drum making class Frid...
08/06/2026

Learn Drum Making at Powwow!

Youth ages 8 and up are invited to join Ponca Elder Bob Sweeney for a drum making class Friday and Saturday from 9 am-12 pm next to the old Tannery building on the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska Powwow Grounds in Niobrara. Each child will learn to make and take home their own drum. Materials will be provided.

Event sponsored by the Ponca Elders Committee. For more information, contact Dana Hansen at [email protected]

The 32nd Annual Ponca Tribe of Nebraska Powwow starts TODAY, Thursday, August 6! We're excited to debut more improvement...
08/06/2026

The 32nd Annual Ponca Tribe of Nebraska Powwow starts TODAY, Thursday, August 6! We're excited to debut more improvements to our grounds, including paved parking! Ponca Express will be offering transportation from the parking areas to the main Powwow area. See you soon!

Ponca Princess registration is now open for the 32nd annual Powwow!Each princess contestant must submit her completed ap...
08/05/2026

Ponca Princess registration is now open for the 32nd annual Powwow!
Each princess contestant must submit her completed application to the Powwow Committee along with proof of enrollment. Registration will be accepted beginning Tuesday, July 7th, 2026, and ending Friday, August 7th, 2026, at 5:00 pm.

Pre-register NOW at: https://poncatribeofne.formstack.com/forms/2026_princess_pre_registration

Join us Sunday morning at the 32nd Annual Powwow for our Horseshoe Tournament! Guaranteed payout for winners. Sign up fe...
08/05/2026

Join us Sunday morning at the 32nd Annual Powwow for our Horseshoe Tournament! Guaranteed payout for winners. Sign up fee is $20. Come and pitch some shoes!

08/04/2026

Join the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska as we celebrate our Annual Powwow with dancing, cultural activities, vendors, and more!
Visit our Ponca Tribe Powwow page for the latest information: www.facebook.com/PTNCultureDepartment.

08/04/2026

Come have a FREE studio photo taken in your regalia at the 32nd Annual Ponca Tribe of Nebraska Powwow! Annette (Van Buren) Leu will be offering studio portraits in the Agency building in Niobrara Saturday, August 8, 2026 from 11 am-5 pm. Regalia is preferred, but not required.

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