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Since its discovery oil has played a major role in Osage history. Through conditions set in treaties, the Osage Tribe was able to obtain the mineral rights to all of what is now Osage County. Owning the mineral rights meant that the Osage tribe would have to be paid royalties for any oil drilled in Osage County. Oil royalties paid to the Osage people, during the early 20th century, helped to make

In 1978 Camille Pangburn was elected to the 25th Osage Tribal Council and became the first woman ever elected to an office of the Osage Tribe. She went on to be elected to the tribal council a total of 7 terms, all of which were consecutive. On April 20, 2003, after almost 25 years of service to the Osage people, Camille Pangburn passed away, at the age of 90, while still in office as a member of

Like many other closely related plains tribes Osages would use tepees during hunting season. However, unlike those other tribes, the Osage people historically lived in permanent villages. These villages were made up of systematically placed huts that are commonly referred to as longhouses. Osage longhouses were typically made from tree saplings and animal hides, and were oval or circular in shape

The first recorded European contact with the Osage people occurred during a southward expedition of the Mississippi River led by French missionary and explorer Fr. Jacques Marquette and Louis Jolliet. Marquette and Jolliet’s journey began on May 17, 1673, in what is present day St. Ignace, Michigan. Their voyage took them across Lake Michigan. Upon reaching land again they headed west until they

Osage owned Black Gold won the 50th running of the Kentucky Derby in 1924. His owner was Rosa M. Hoots, who was allotted during the 1906 Act. It was because of Hoots’ Osage heritage that Black Gold was given the nickname “The Indian Horse”. Going into the derby he was the odds-on favorite and he went on to win by half a length. His official time was 2:05:1/5. Black Gold was foaled by U-See-It and

Fred Lookout was the longest serving elected chief in the history of the Osage Nation. Prior to serving as chief he was elected as the Assistant Principle Chief in 1908 but did not run for re-elections in 1910. His first term as chief was in 1913 when he was appointed by U.S. Secretary of the Interior, Walter L. Fisher, after the 1912 election results were recalled. Lookout finished out the term

The Reign of Terror The Reign of Terror was a frightful time for the Osage people. It began in the early 1920s, a time that should have been a prosperous one. The oil boom was in full swing, and the Osage people were prosperous due to ownership of mineral rights. Under the Osage Allotment Act of 1906, subsurface minerals within the Osage Nation Reservation were held in trust by the U.S. government

It's no secret the Osage people have a rich heritage and are the caretakers of enormous resources. At the Thirteenth Annual Osage Oil & Gas Summit, September 24 and 25th, attendees will experience this rich heritage and have the opportunity to listen to numerous experts discussing various topics of importance to hydrocarbon production in the Osage Mineral Estate. Numerous technical, process and

Osage Nation LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) is currently assisting eligible households with the following: Paying Energy bills / expenses Repairing or replacing Air Conditioning units Distributing AC Window units & weatherization kits You may qualify if you: ● are a resident of Osage County / Osage Reservation ● & possess a tribal C.D.I.B. card ● you or a household member

Team advises Department of Energy and White House Council on Indian Affairs on matters related to Indian Country resources, energy business, and infrastructure By ON Communications BARTLESVILLE, Okla. (March 21, 2016) — Jill Jones, enrolled Osage citizen, has been confirmed by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Indian Energy (IE) as a member of the DOE Indian Country Energy and

Osage Nation Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Tree of Gifts, Now Accepting Donations to Grant the Christmas Wishes of Children in Need By ON Communications Pawhuska, Okla. (December 4, 2015)--Julie Maker, TANF Clerk, arranges Christmas wishes on the TANF Zhan.Wah.Nee.Thay (tree of gifts) PAWHUSKA, Okla. (December 3, 2015) — Each year, the Osage Nation Financial Assistance Department’s

This is not just a mantra the Osage Nation Communities of Excellence says, but they put it to practice as well. Thursday evening, October 2nd, they held the annual Healthy Harvest Dinner and award ceremony. At least 87 or more were in attendance for a night of music, recognition, and celebration; dining on food local and healthy. Deb Echo Hawk of the Pawnee Nation Seed Preservation Project was the

The Osage Nation Education Department received refurbished desktop computers to giveaway to Osage students! Supplies are limited. Applications will be processed on a first come first served basis. One applications per household is allowed. Eligibility Requirements: -Attend school within Osage County -Enrolled in 6th-12th grade -Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher from the Fall 2020 semester (grade

NEWS RELEASE Elders, Youth and Osage Sovereignty Reaching out to youth and elders is incorporated into focus of celebration’s purpose By ON Communications PAWHUSKA, Okla. (March 18, 2015)—New leadership for the Osage Nation has brought a new focus for the needs of Osage elders and youth. Planners for the Nation’s annual Sovereignty Celebration wanted the purpose of the event to be more inclusive

Link to press release: Principal Chief Standing Bear signs proclamation to support "National Stalking Awareness Month" OSAGE NATION FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION MISSION STATEMENT: “ To empower those seeking our services with the tools they need to rebuild their lives and become the strong individuals they were created to be; to effect social change through outreach and education in order to put an

"The Osage Nation supports the people of Standing Rock who are protecting the land and waters. People everywhere should think hard about the priorities of our society. Should the earth be used up by the human race or should we respect the limits of the earth? " --Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear

NEWS RELEASE By A. M. Jefferson, Osage Nation Communications Osage Nation, Pawhuska, Okla. (Mar. 24, 2015)—Memorial Day is approaching and with it comes a time to remember those who have served our country as we decorate their graves. After the World War in 1918, full blood Osage Original Allottee #623 Pierce St. John was moved by the number of returning veterans who had no place for their burial

The Osage Nation was just Awarded $737,245 from the Department of Justice for Violence Against Women From the Osage Nation Family Violence Prevention Department Pawhuska, Okla., Osage Nation Reservation (Monday, October 1, 2018) –The Osage Nation Family Violence Prevention Department (ONFVPD) was just awarded the Coordinated Tribal Assistance grant from the Department of Justice for Violence

Farmers Market Vouchers Osage Nation's Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program will issue vouchers for Farmers Market beginning Monday, June 14, 2021. These are drive-thru events and you must remain in your vehicle when picking up your vouchers and your produce. There will be signs and staff to assist you. Apply Today View Farmers' Market Dates Senior's Farmers Market Vouchers Osage Nation's