The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. invites you to join us as we honor Veterans at the Veterans Day Ceremony
The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. invites you to join us Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. for our Veterans Day Ceremony as we honor and celebrate all who have bravely served to protect our freedom. Our Guest Speaker will be Chief Warrant Officer 4 Retired, Rocky Sampson. The ceremony will be at the Lumbee Tribe Housing Complex at 6984 Highway 711 in Pembroke, NC. We celebrate our Veterans. We look forward to seeing you as we come together to recognize and honor the courage, sa
The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina was excited to host U.S. Department of Homeland Security officials in Lumbee territory yesterday.
The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina was excited to host U.S. Department of Homeland Security officials in Lumbee territory yesterday. During their visit, Tribal Administration and federal officials discussed efforts to strengthen relationships and explore opportunities for collaboration regarding emergency preparedness and disaster assistance, federal grant funding, public safety, combating human trafficking and drug-related activity, enhanced Tribal identification credentials
Lumbee History Fact of the Day provided by Harlen Chavis Jr. (Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina THPO Officer)
Lumbee History Fact of the Day provided by Harlen Chavis Jr. (Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina THPO Officer) Southeastern tribes used the burn & scrape method to process Cypress, Long Leaf Pine, & Poplar trees to make dugout canoes. Tribes in the Carolinas stood in dugout canoes and used push poles instead of paddles to navigate canoes through swamps and meandering rivers, especially the Lumbee River. Seen here is Lumbee Tribe Fire Keeper Reggie Brewer standing in the dugout
PUBLIC NOTICE: LUMBEE TRIBE GAMING REFERENDUM – SPECIAL ELECTION Information
PUBLIC NOTICE: LUMBEE TRIBE GAMING REFERENDUM – SPECIAL ELECTION The Lumbee Tribe Elections Board is providing important information regarding the upcoming Special Election for the Gaming Referendum on Tuesday, December 15, 2026. Please review the accompanying graphics for information about the election, official polling locations, key dates and deadlines, and opportunities to volunteer as a polling-site observer. Election Day Information Tuesday, December 15, 2026 Polling
For Immediate Release - Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Lumbee Constitution and Clarifying the December 2026 Referendums
Pembroke, NC (November 1, 2026) - On November 6, 2001, Lumbee voters made a choice that still shapes our Tribe today: we adopted a Constitution of our own. As we approach its 25th anniversary, that Constitution remains the foundation of our Tribal government and a living expression of our right to govern ourselves. It belongs to every Lumbee person, regardless of where we stand on any issue. We will not always agree on the actions of Tribal government or the decisions of our
The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is proud to announce our Health Clinic, Medicine Waters, is now open and accepting patients.
The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is proud to announce our Health Clinic, Medicine Waters, is now open and accepting patients. We would like to thank Trillium Health Resources for their generous support to make this opportunity available for our Lumbee Citizens and our community. Medicine Waters Health Center is located in the Comtech Technology Park at 201 Livermore Drive in Pembroke, NC. This is just down from the Lumbee Tribal Complex. Patients are asked to bring a copy o
Today the Lumbee Tribe had the opportunity to host the NC ROOTS (NC Rural Organizations Orchestrating Transformation for Sustainability) Region 5 Regional Advisory Board meeting.
Today the Lumbee Tribe had the opportunity to host the NC ROOTS (NC Rural Organizations Orchestrating Transformation for Sustainability) Region 5 Regional Advisory Board meeting. This board was established by Trillium to provide regional stakeholder engagement, community informed guidance, strategic advice, and recommendations concerning the implementation of NCRHTP initiatives within Region 5. The role and purpose of the board is: • Supports community-driven, equitable healt
Congratulations to Lumbee Tribal Chairman John L. Lowery and Lumbee Citizens Lydia Locklear Canty and Amber Holland who were recognized this past weekend
Congratulations to Lumbee Tribal Chairman John L. Lowery and Lumbee Citizens Lydia Locklear Canty and Amber Holland who were recognized this past weekend during UNC Pembroke's Homecoming for their distinguished work as UNCP Alumni. He was one of four distinguished alumni recognized this weekend, whose professional achievements, leadership and service exemplify the university’s enduring Brave spirit. Chairman Lowery was recognized with the Meritorious Service Award; Lydia Loc
Chairman John L. Lowery certified the Lumbee Tribal Gaming Ordinance as affecting fundamental rights
On Friday, Chairman John L. Lowery certified the Lumbee Tribal Gaming Ordinance as affecting fundamental rights, marking a historic milestone for the Lumbee people. Tribal Council Speaker Alex Baker and Vice Chairman Bobby Emanuel joined him to certify the legislation, which the Lumbee Tribal Council passed on October 16. “I want to thank the Lumbee Tribal Council for the hard work and dedication they put into this effort,” said Chairman Lowery. “Through their outreach sessio
