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The Tully Mud Boils

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Onondaga Nation elders can remember when Onondaga Creek was crystal clear through their territory and fish could be caught by lantern light.  But within their lifetimes the water turned the color of chocolate milk, and stayed that way. This video explores the cause and the impact on the Onondaga Nation’s culture.    Read the report about the Tully Mud Boils here. … [Read more...] about The Tully Mud Boils

Onondaga Nation Youth Protest Onondaga Lake Swim

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Onondaga Lake —Onondaga Lake isn’t clean yet, and the Onondaga Nation knows it.  That’s why over 20 Onondaga Nation youth stood up for their future and protested at the “Clean Lake Party in the Park” at which 40 local Syracuse politicians and celebrities jumped in the lake. “I don’t want to see anyone get sick or hurt from this lake,” stated Pierce Smith, of the Onondaga … [Read more...] about Onondaga Nation Youth Protest Onondaga Lake Swim

KahnawakeTV: FIL World Lacrosse Championships coming to Onondaga

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Kahnawake: A special press conference was held promote the Federation of International Lacrosse World Indoor Lacrosse Championship happening in Onondaga and Syracuse N.Y. this coming fall. KTV spoke to former Iroquois Nationals player Rex Lyons from the host committee on what's in store for this big event.           … [Read more...] about KahnawakeTV: FIL World Lacrosse Championships coming to Onondaga

Nation to Nation by the Smithsonian

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American Indian treaties with the United States have had enormous, incalculable, and permanent effects on the lands, cultures, and populations of Native America. As nation-to-nation agreements, treaties are integral to the history and development of the United States. And while many treaty promises remain unfulfilled, the principle of sovereignty makes treaties vital to Indian … [Read more...] about Nation to Nation by the Smithsonian

National Lacrosse League featuring the Philadelphia Wings

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This 1975 documentary on professional lacrosse begins on the Onondaga Nation.  Onondaga singers Gordon Peters and Tom Lewis can be seen singing at the annual Green Corn Dance Arts and Crafts Festival.  Current Iroquois Nationals spiritual leader, Tracy Shenandoah and Freeman Bucktooth are featured running through the fields with their lacrosse sticks.  Freeman is a former … [Read more...] about National Lacrosse League featuring the Philadelphia Wings