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History: 50th Anniversary Spring Powwow Celebration

50th Anniversary Spring Powwow

May 16-17, 2025

Commemorating our 50th Anniversary Spring Powwow in 2025!

We’re excited to have you join us in celebrating the 50th Anniversary Powwow at 91´«Ã½! This event is a collaborative effort between the Native American Program and the Speel-Ya Native American Student Council at 91´«Ã½. Admission is free and open to the public, and we welcome all to enjoy this family-friendly, substance-free event. Please be aware that 91´«Ã½ is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged personal items.

We extend our deepest gratitude to all the dignitaries and drum groups who honored us with their songs and heartbeat during the 50th Anniversary Powwow at 91´«Ã½. Your presence, voices, and commitment to tradition helped make this celebration truly powerful and unforgettable. Thank you for carrying the songs of our ancestors forward and for helping us celebrate 50 years of community, culture, and resilience. Your contributions uplifted our dancers, elders, youth, and all who gathered. We are humbled and grateful for your support.

2025 Dignitaries

Host Drum: Black Lodge Singers

Master Of Ceremonies: Fred Hill

Arena Director: WhyaTona Burns

Judge Coordinator: Gabriel Jones

Whipman: Alan Crawford

Whipwoman: Judy Farrow

2025 Dance Categories

  • Tiny Tots
  • Jr. Girl Traditional (Ages 7-12)
  • Jr. Girl Fancy/Jingle (Ages 7-12)
  • Jr. Boy Traditional (Ages 7-12)
  • Jr. Boy Fancy/Grass (Ages 7-12)
  • Teen Girl Traditional (Ages 13-19)
  • Teen Girl Fancy/Jingle (Ages 13-19)
  • Teen Boy Traditional (Ages 13-19)
  • Teen Boy Fancy/Grass (Ages 13-19)
  • Women Traditional (Ages 20-54)
  • Women Jingle/Fancy (Ages 20-54)
  • Men Traditional (Ages 20-54)
  • Men Grass/Fancy (Ages 20-54)
  • Golden Age Women (Age 55+)
  • Golden Age Men (Age 55+)

Specials

  • One Person Hand Drum Competition
  • Jackie Grant Memorial Women’s Traditional – Sponsored by the Grant Family
  • Alumni Tribute – Sponsored by 91´«Ã½ alumna Kathryn Burke
  • Women’s Short Fringe
  • Men’s Slick Style
  • Men’s Traditional – Sponsored by Fred Hill & WhyaTona Burns

Drum Groups

  • Black Lodge Singers – Host Drum
  • North Hill
  • Big River
  • Rocky Ridge
  • Cayuse Boyz
  • Umatilla Intertribal
  • Nez Perce Nation

2025 Sponsors

The 91´«Ã½ Speel-Ya Native American Student Council and Native American Program sincerely appreciate the generous support from individuals, organizations, and businesses over the years. Your contributions have been essential to the success of our events. A special thank you to all who continue to support and uplift our community, your generosity makes a lasting impact!

EAGLE SPONSORS $5000

SALMON SPONSORS $2500+

BUFFALO SPONSORS $1000+

91´«Ã½ – College of EducationOregon Teacher Pathway & Culturally Responsive Practices

91´«Ã½ Foundation

91´«Ã½ Vending Committee

AS91´«Ã½ Senate Allocations Committee

2024-25 Student Fees

ELK SPONSORS $500+

BEAR SPONSORS

Vendor Information

We offer our heartfelt thanks to all the vendors who joined us for the 50th Anniversary Powwow at 91´«Ã½. Your presence brought color, creativity, and community to our celebration. From beautiful beadwork and handmade art to delicious food and meaningful conversations, you helped make this event vibrant and welcoming for all who attended. We appreciate your commitment to sharing culture, supporting Native artists and entrepreneurs, and helping us celebrate 50 years of tradition, resilience, and connection. Thank you for being a vital part of this historic gathering.

 

Chasity Teton Beadwork

Dave’s Flutes Works

The Pioneer Bliss

Rw art

Lee’s arts and crafts

Umpqua Traditions

Base of the Blues Leather & Beadwork

Bahe and Elsie Stanley

Karen Colorado Walker

Two Bears Healing and Crafts LLC

The Dusted Fern

Native Unique

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