See KALB coverage of the Basketry Summit. See more photos from the Summit here. On Saturday, Oct. 27, the Tunica-Biloxi Language and Culture Revitalization Program hosted the 3rd Annual Basketry Summit. Weavers from regional American Indian communities demonstrated southeast basket traditions using long leaf pine needle, river cane and palmetto. The Summit was an
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Heart of Louisiana: Tunica Language
View WVUE coverage about the Tunica language. Also covered by WAFB. NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) – It’s been more than a half century since anyone could speak the language of Louisiana’s Tunica-Biloxi tribe. But thanks to the notes and recordings of early linguists, the tribal leaders are now teaching their language in hopes of bringing it
Rudy Wambsgans III Receives Recognition for Outstanding Leaders and Advocates of the Tribal Government Gaming Industry
On Tuesday, October 9, the National Indian Gaming Association (NIGA) hosted a tribal leader’s reception at the 2018 Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas, Nevada. The theme of the reception was honoring the outstanding leaders and advocates of the tribal government gaming industry. Among those being honored was Commissioner Chairman of the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe
The Tunica-Biloxi Tribe Will Host an Exclusive Screening of “Native America” Documentary
The Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana will host an exclusive film screening of a new Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) documentary series, “Native America.” This event is free and open to the public and will serve as an exclusive look at the series before it hits screens across the nation. To tie the Tribe into the context of
The Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana Welcomes New Linguist to Language and Culture Revitalization Program Staff
MARKSVILLE, LA. – (Sept. 18, 2018) – The Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana has announced Tyler Whitaker as the new linguist for the Tribe’s Language and Culture Revitalization Program (LCRP). “As our linguist, Tyler will play a critical role in keeping the language alive and preserving our culture,” said John Barbry, director of development and programing
Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana Receives $748,200 Grant to Assist with Revitalization of Tunica Language
Funds from the Administration for Native Americans will enable increased training and fluency. MARKSVILLE, La. – (Aug 13, 2018) – The Tunica-Biloxi Tribal Council recently announced that the Tribe has been awarded a $748,200 grant from the Administration for Native Americans (ANA). These funds will be dispensed over a three-year period and will support the
Paragon Casino Resort Donates $50,000 to Avoyelles Parish Police Jury on Behalf of the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana
MARKSVILLE, LA. – On Tuesday, Sept. 11, Paragon Casino Resort will present a donation of $50,000 to the Avoyelles Parish Police Jury on behalf of the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana. The presentation will take place at Avoyelles Parish Courthouse at 6 p.m. Funds from the donation will be used to support the Police Jury’s efforts
Tunica-Biloxi tribe receives grant for language preservation
View KALB coverage of the grant for language preservation. MARKSVILLE, La. (KALB) – The sounds of the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe have been preserved for hundreds of years and are now slipping through the cracks with each generation. The Marksville-based Native American tribe has spent decades creating and providing resources and programs to help keep their language and
Paragon Casino Resort Donates $50,000 Check to Avoyelles Parish School Board on Behalf of the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana
Funds will be used to assist in summer reading program to reduce summer learning loss MARKSVILLE, LA. – (Sept. 4, 2018) – On Tuesday, Sept. 4, Paragon Casino Resort will present a donation of $50,000 to the Avoyelles Parish School Board, on behalf of the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana. The presentation will take place at