THE MEHERRIN-CHOWANOKE NATION

NEWS

The Meherrin-Chowanoke Nation, moves steadfast towards Federal Recognition under the leadership of Chief Thomas "Two Feathers" Lewis. The group has sacrificed some assets to do so, but a group that the public has known for years. We move forward with our continued history, our relationships and a strong commitment in the benefit our people. Our name describes who we are. Our past , history, and interactions, "Remain" with us.

Councilman Douglas Patterson attended the 14th Annual Native American Music Awards at the Seneca Hotel & Casino in Niagra Falls on behalf of the Meherrin-Chowanoke Project CD. It was nominated for best compilation. Doug also served as one of the presenters for this event. The show was also televised live.

CHIEF THOMAS LEWIS OF THE MEHERRIN-CHOWANOKE NATION WAS REQUESTED TO PRESIDE AS AREA DIRECTOR AT THE MOUNT TRASHMORE PARK IN VIRGINA BEACH ON APRIL 27, 2013. OVER 12,000 PEOPLE ATTENDED!!!!!!!!

Occaneech Band Of Saponi Nation Project Director, Historian and Author Forest Hazel, gave a presentation for the University of North Carolina Pembroke on the Chowanoke Indians. In attendance were students, school staff, other historians, and Meherrin-Chowanoke Tribal members.

*** On a side note, we would also like to thank historian, Wes Taukchiray(White) for his letter of support as well.. There cannot possibly be anyone in North Carolina that is not familiar with his work and his reputation among Indian People.***

The Meherrin-Chowanoke Tribal Chair (Aaron Winston), has incorporated into his family, and our tribe, our littlest new member, Isabella Nizhoni Winston. Born April 8, 2013. She weighed 7lbs & 2 oz. Congratulations!!

2013 North Carolina Unity Conference

MCN Treasurer: Dr. Terry Hall recently received the Tribal Citizen's Award for his hard work, dedication, and participation during the year 2012.

TWO NEW CD'S are available for purchase!
One CD contains Native Childrens stories narrated by Le'Trisha Lewis & Denyce Hall (Meherrin-Chowanoke Nation), Chief Walt Brown of the Cheroenhaka Tribe (Nottoway), Nora Dial-Stanely (Lumbee), Forest Hazel (Occaneechi Band of Saponi Project Director) and Pat Richardson (Coharie)

The second CD is another Native Compilation that contains both traditional and contemporary christian music
(PLEASE REVIEW CD'S ON THE FUNDRAISING PAGE)

Recently featured n the "Young Agents Spotlight" is Tribal Member Le'Trisha Lewis! This publication features outstanding accomplishments of Independant Agents of North Carolina. As always Le'Trisha, keep up the good work. We are proud of you!

Present and counted for the Ahoskie Christmas parade!

The Annual Christmas Social Dinner was a huge success!! Family members from various states traveled to Pleasant Plains Church to socialize and reconnect. It was a great crowd on hand to enjoy the tables of delicious food! It was a pleasant and enjoyable evening for all in attendance.

Save the Date!!!!!!! It's Coming!!!!!! Nation You can now contact us for information to reserve all ads, vending applications, and reservations!!!!!!!!

The Arena Director for this years State Native American Heritage Festival was the Tribal Chairman for the Meherrin-Chowanoke Nation, Dr. Aaron Winston. This privilege was handled with pride and honor . Great job!!

One of the highest honors given by the State for Native Americans is to be granted the privilege of blessing the grounds of the arena at the State's Native American Heritage Festival. This year, the honor was bestowed to Chief Thomas Lewis of the Meherrin-Chowanoke Nation.

Gifts at the Meherrin-Chowanoke Christmas Dinner.

Meherrin-Chowanoke Participation in the upcoming Indian Heritage Festival

Don Upchurch from radio station WQDK gave the crowd a presentation on the Chowanoke Indians residing in the Hertford and Gates County areas.
His enthusiasm and knowledge were exceptional!

School Day at the Meherrin-Chowanoke Nation's Pow Wow was spectacular. Huge groups of students from Hertford and it's surrounding counties covered various sections of Ahoskie's Amphitheater. Groups were cycled through different staged tents to learn various aspects of Native American culture, stories and traditions.

Participants in the October 2012's Shrine Parade

The Meherrin-Chowanoke Nation is in the process of producing a video featuring various tribal members. Anyone interested in participating, please contact the tribal council.

A recent article published in the Pentagon by the KME Math Honor Society details a mathematical problem that was proposed by the editor in which challengers were posed to find a 6-digit prime integer X where all of its digits are prime and every pair of consecutive digits is a prime. They were to find a 12-digit integer y with the same property.

Well, a solution was found at North Carolina Wesleyan College's Mathematical Senior Seminar Class which consisted of 8 students and a professor. One of those students was tribal member MELITA LEWIS. WOW!

EMAIL ALL APPLICATION REQUESTS TO
MEHERRINCHOWANOKEAPPLICATIONS@gmail.com

Click Here For Application

It is of the utmost importance that every applicant understand that the nation is operating under a strict criteria. This Nation operates as a tribal family. Although many people may have genealogical ties, they may fail to meet other elements for acceptance. Being part of our community is a major consideration. All tribal members "MUST" maintain interaction and participation with the group. There is also a strict line drawn prohibiting us from accepting large numbers of members from outside of our communities.While there is some consideration given upon tribal approval, it would not be the norm.

Another factor is that we do not complete an applicant's genealogy. All applications"MUST" be sent with your supporting documentation, or it cannot be processed timely. It would be placed on hold.

With that being said we are in the processing stages and hope to complete our roles within a month. Being part of an Indian Nation is more than simply having a tribal card. It is a family, cultural and communal responsibility. We look forward to seeing all of you at our next meetings, our upcoming Pow Wow, and other tribal functions.

Enjoying the Meherrin-Chowanoke 2012 Pow Wow

Luis Salinas is an Aztec Dancer from Nahui Olin, a family dance group which consists of Luis, his wife Rose, their son Rico and various other family members. Their common desire is to share the rich heritage of the Nahuati (Aztec) people through dance, oral history and participation. The group members are descendants of the Aztec Indians from Mexico. Born in Mexico City, Luis learned the dances from his father which were passed down from generation to generation. The Salinas family is proud of this heritage and happy to be able to share part of this ancient culture with you.

On Friday, June 22, 2012 members of the Meherrin-Chowanoke Nation went to Chowan University to give presentations on Indian Culture for the Cub Scout District Twilight Camp. The tribal members danced, answered questions, and had on display, artifacts and crafts. The members received T-Shirts as a thanks from the group.