Lumbee News

This weekend, members of the Lumbee Tribe traveled to Bulloch County, Georgia, to participate in the annual cleanup of the Croatan Indian Memorial Cemetery. The cemetery is situated at the historic site of the former Adabelle Settlement, where Lumbee families migrated in the late nineteenth century in search of new opportunities in the turpentine industry. In time, many became tenant farmers for the Adabelle Trading Company, cultivating cotton and tobacco. During those years,

The Lumbee Tribe of NC Housing Complex and all tribal offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 for Veterans Day. Our offices will reopen November 12th, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.

Lumbee Tribal Chairman John L. Lowery represented the Lumbee Tribe today at the Native American Coalition for Economic Prosperity’s Tribal Leader Summit in Washington, D.C. During the event, he had the privilege of meeting with the Honorable Vice President JD Vance and fellow tribal leaders from across the country to discuss the future of economic growth in Indian Country. The discussion centered on strengthening partnerships, expanding opportunities, and ensuring that tribal

Lumbee Citizens and supporters from across the nation traveled to Washington this week as Tribal Chairman John L. Lowery and Arlinda Locklear testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, urging lawmakers to pass S.107, the Lumbee Fairness Act, legislation to grant full federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe. The Lumbee Fairness Act was introduced by Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) and is co-sponsored by Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) and 18 additional co-sponsors. A pre

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is appreciative of North Carolina Governor Josh Stein’s acknowledgement of American Indian Heritage Month and his welcome of N.C. Tribal leaders to Raleigh to celebrate this important time as well as the contributions of Native People to our nation. We are thankful for Governor Stein’s commitment to our communities, our tribal families and his support for Native events and celebrations throughout the year. North Carolina is home to eight sta

Press Announcement  On Wednesday, November 5th, Lumbee Tribal Chairman John L. Lowery will testify before the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs (SCIA). This hearing will focus on the Lumbee Fairness Act (S.107), which is led by Senator Thom Tillis and co-sponsored by Senator Ted Budd and 18 other Senators from across the country. To read the full press release, please see the attached! https://www.indian.senate.gov/hearings/legislative-hearing-on-s-107-the-lumbee-fairness-ac

We are 2 days away from the American Indian Heritage Game at UNC Pembroke. Chairman Lowery will toss the coin to kick off the 3 p.m. game. Join us for this time-honored tradition as the Braves take on Barton College. Enjoy a cultural celebration as Native dancers from across N.C. and the Lumbee Tribe Culture Team take to the stadium for a special half-time show. We look forward to celebrating together this weekend! Purchase tickets now at uncpbraves.com/tickets or at the gat

Join Lumbee Food Collective for their next cooking demonstration on  Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 6 pm - 8 pm! Lumbee Chef Pat Dial is making a root vegetable soup, cornbread side dish, and surprise dessert! If you've ever wondered just how to make those "old-timey" veggies work for you, this event will be a treat! Due to space constraints at the Pembroke Boys and Girls Club (120 Youth Drive Pembroke, NC 28372), there is a limit of 30 spots. This form will become a waitli