menominee indian tribe of wisconsin language & culture commission

Language and Culture P.O. Box 910 Keshena, WI 54135 Phone: (715) 799-4849 Fax: (715) 799-4835 Director:: Karen Washinawatok
Mission Statement It is the mission of the Menominee Language & Culture Commission to reaffirm and fully implement all provisions of Menominee Tribal Ordinance 96-22. This mission will be accomplished by the promotion, protection, preservation and the enhancement of Menominee language, culture and traditions. Furthermore, the Menominee Language & Culture Commission will recognize all applicable federal, tribal and state laws, mandates and orders.
Department Overview The Menominee Language & Culture Commission was established to provide and promote the revitalization of Menominee language, history, traditions and culture and learning opportunities for Menominee children and families to include the early childhood ages, adolescent, teens and throughout the adult years. The Menominee Language is a gift from the Creator to the Menominee people and should be treated with respect. Along with language, the Menominee have a distinct culture that identifies the people only as Menominee. There is no other body of people in the world who can be recognized as Menominee. The Menominee today are the descendants of the original people who are the ancestors of those who have existed in their homeland for thousands of years. Traditional and cultural values should be instilled in tribal members so that each Menominee person, beginning with the youngest and continue throughout the adult years. By doing this, the Menominee Nation will be stronger culturally and spiritually by appreciating and enjoying all that the Creator has provided for us. With the task of preserving Menominee Language and culture, a nine-member committee was established. By creating the Commission, whose members are appointed by the Tribal Chairperson, the Menominee identity can be kept for our children today and for the generations to come. As a Menominee, you can be proud of your language, history, traditions and culture by knowing these as individuals, families and as a people we can exist as Menominee for years to come.
Department Directory
Name Title Email Phone Elizabeth Arnold Teacher Trainging Coordinator earnold@mitw.org (715) 799-4849