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Esensininiwag — Official Account of the Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Indians of Montana, the 574th Federally Recognized Tribal Nation

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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
The grand entry for the 15th annual #LittleShell Elder’s and Veteran’s #Powwow, this weekend in Great Falls, Montana. The color guard are our ogichidaakweg, female warriors representing the branches of the U.S. Armed Forces.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Tonight the Montana Historical Society is hosting a book event/panel discussion on "The Whole Country was...'One Robe'": The #LittleShell Tribe’s America. #Anishinaabe #Cree & #Métis history in the American West. 5:30 MT @ Montana Heritage Center in Helena, streamed live on the MHS Facebook page.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Landmark book chronicling #LittleShell Tribe's history republished after selling out more than a decade ago tinyurl.com/y5vrbuyn
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Landmark book chronicling Little Shell Tribe's history republished after selling out more than a decade ago
A landmark book documenting the history of Montana's Little Shell Tribe is back in print after selling out more than a decade ago.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Gimaamiikwenimigoom igo! Congratulations to the winners and participants of the 1st #LittleShell Indian Relay. Miigwech to you all for making it a fun and successful event! Photos courtesy of Horse Nations Indian Relay Council
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Montana Free Press @montanafreepress.org · 22/07/2026
The Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Indians of Montana has gained the city's approval to build a large affordable housing development on land that was once home to the Indigenous poor in Great Falls.
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Little Shell housing project gets approval from Great Falls officials
Once known as the "landless Indians," the tribe aims to build 115 homes, adding to a growing portfolio of completed and prospective real estate projects around Great Falls.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Yesterday we celebrated the republication of The Whole Country was One Robe, Nick Vrooman's compendium of the history of the #LittleShell Tribe. The book is available for preorder now.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Thank you to everyone who attended last night's City Commission hearing and took time to share your stories and hopes for the future of our community. Whether you spoke in support, asked thoughtful questions, or simply took the time to listen, your participation helps shape a stronger Great Falls.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Celebrating the republication of The Whole Country was One Robe, a compendium of #LittleShell history - July 21 @ 5:30pm
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
#LittleShell Indian Horse Relay - July 25-26 @ Montana Expo Park in Great Falls, MT
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
We’re having lunch at the #LittleShell Elder’s Center tomorrow, 11am-2pm.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
#LittleShell and #Métis History Conference - June 26-27.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
This week’s #LittleShell Elder’s lunch will be on Thursday, 11:00-2:00.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
15th Annual #LittleShell Elders and Veterans #Powwow
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
#LittleShell Good Medicine Community update:
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Lunch at the #LittleShell Elder’s Center
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
13th annual #LittleShell Unity Walk and Loudthunder Memorial Round Dance this Saturday! Bring a hot dish/favorite food and come on up to some beautiful songs and prayer in memory of our loved ones. Kitchen will be open!
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Great Falls Public Library: Thank you to Jen Murphy, the #LittleShell Tribe, and YMCA-Great Falls along with all our guests who attended the #MMIP Awareness Day Ceremony. It was a powerful event with an important purpose. #MMIW #Indigenous Full speech on YouTube: youtu.be/oIuJk7WWx5c?...
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Please join the #LittleShell Tribe today for the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People's Day event from 6 to 8 pm at the Great Falls Public Library. Jen Murphy, #MMIP/#MMIW advocate and photographer, will be speaking at 6:30 pm. All events are FREE to attend.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Break out your Mocs on May 2nd and prepare to walk to support #MMIW #MMIP and their families and friends. #LittleShell
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Domestic Violence Support Group and Training taking place on April 30th at the #LittleShell Ceremonial Center - we are pleased to welcome Building Blue Training and Consultation, a Montana organization that helps bridge the gap between trauma science, cultural understanding, and real-world response.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Highlights from last weekend’s Indigenous Fashion Show in Great Falls, MT, featuring designs from #LittleShell citizens Carrie Moran McCleary and Alisa Herodes.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
#LittleShell Potluck Social tomorrow at noon at the Elder’s Center.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 21/03/2026
Join us for the trade dance potluck tomorrow at the #LittleShell Cultural Center, 6pm.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 21/03/2026
#LittleShell Meat and Greet tomorrow morning, 10am-12pm for all LS citizens. Please be sure to bring your Tribal IDs!
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 21/03/2026
Gimaamiikwenimigo to #LittleShell citizen Jordann Lankford for being recognized as an NCAIED 2026 Native American 40 Under 40 awardee!
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Join us for our #LedgerArt class on Wednesday evening at 6pm at the #LittleShell Cultural Center. This class will be taught by Turtle Mountain artist Awanigiizhik Bruce.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
We’re having lunch at the #LittleShell Elder’s Center tomorrow, 11am-2pm. #elders #naawakwemiijin
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
We had a full house for #LittleShell #Bingo Night! Miigwech to everyone who participated. The next Bingo Night on March 19 is a potluck!
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
#LittleShell Tribe opens Ceremonial Center: "This ceremony center is a permanent home for our nation...It is where our elders will share their knowledge and where our youth will find belonging. It is a space designed not only for today, but for future generations," stated Chairman Gray.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
We’re having lunch at the #LittleShell Elder’s Center tomorrow, 11am-2pm. #elders #nawaakwemiijin
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Full night of culture at the #LittleShell Elder's Center last night! Plenty of food and fun - teaching, drumming, dancing and crafting. Miigwech to all who participated and shared delicious food.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
We got a beautiful gift from our cousins at White Earth Nation - #manoomin (wild rice) and zhiiwaagamizigan (maple syrup). It came with a ceremonial recipe. This will be great for the grand opening of the #LittleShell Cultural Center!
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
We’re having lunch at the #LittleShell Elder’s Center tomorrow, 11am-2pm. #elders #nawaakwemiijin
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Join us for #Bingo Night at the #LittleShell Elder’s Center. Doors open at 6, looking forward to seeing you there!
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
Gichi-Manidoo-Giizis (Great Spirit Moon) is one of the #Ojibwe words for January. The quiet of the winter months gives us time to reflect, share stories and set our intentions for the coming year. #LittleShell #Anishinaabemowin
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
We’re having lunch at the #LittleShell Elder’s Center today! #naawakwemiijin #elders
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
#LittleShell Tribal Quarterly Meeting at 10:00am MT on Thursday, December 11, 2025. Little Shell Tribal Members can participate in person at the Little Shell Elders Center or can join virtually.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Manidoo-Giizisoons (Little Spirit Moon) is one of the #Ojibwe words for December. The winter months are a time for introspection, honoring elders and for family and friends to visit and share stories. #LittleShell #Anishinaabemowin
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
We’re having lunch at the #LittleShell Elder’s Center today, 11am-2pm. #elders #naawakwemiijin
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
Gimaamiikwenimigo to #LittleShell citizen Quinn Buchwald on receiving the 2025 @mellon.org Troth Yeddha' Collective Fellowship at @uafairbanks.bsky.social! lnkd.in/gGxt7CCq
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
On this #VeteransDay, we honor every #LittleShell veteran who has served. Your courage, sacrifice, and commitment represent the very best of our nation. Chi miigwech, we thank you all.
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
#LittleShell citizens: Don’t forget to join us tomorrow morning for the November Meat & Greet! #wiiyaas #miijim
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Gashkadino-Giizis (Freezing Over Moon) is an #Ojibwe word for #November. We are quickly moving into the colder weather months! #LittleShell #Anishinaabemowin
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
We had our #Halloween🎃 themed #Bingo night at the #LittleShell Elder's Center yesterday. Thanks to everyone for participating and wearing your costumes!
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
We’re having lunch at the #LittleShell Elder’s Center today, 11am-2pm. #elders #naawakwemiijin
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
Mino Anishinaabe-giizhigad! #IndigenousPeoplesDay #LittleShell #Indigenous #NativeSky
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
#LittleShell Citizens: Join us at the Food Distribution Center tomorrow in Great Falls, MT, for the October Meat & Greet!
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
The #LittleShell Tribe is sponsoring #IndigenousPeoplesDay festivities in Great Falls, Montana, this weekend. The celebration starts this Friday, October 10. Hope to see you there! #Indigenous #NativeSky #IndigiSky
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
We’re having lunch at the #LittleShell Elder’s Center today, 11am-2pm. #elders #naawakwemiijin
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Montana Little Shell Tribe @mtlittleshell.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
The #LittleShell Tribal Council is proud to announce our 5th consecutive clean federal audit!
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