This sacred and historic gathering marks a powerful moment for our people — a time of reunion, remembrance, restoration, and celebration. Homecoming is more than an event. It is a calling in response to the legacy of the ancestors.
It is the drum echoing across generations.
It is the laughter of children running where our ancestors once walked.
It is the embrace of relatives meeting again after time and distance.
It is the honoring of our Elders, the wisdom keepers who carry our stories.
It is the spark that lights the path for the next seven generations.
Over three unforgettable days, we will gather in unity to celebrate our culture, heritage, and shared future.
Our Homecoming will feature:
• A homecoming and cultural demonstrations
• Honoring of Elders and community leaders
• Traditional music, dance, and storytelling
• Fellowship meals and family reunions
• Youth engagement activities
• Community updates and future vision sharing
• Vendors, artisans, and heritage exhibits
This is a time to reconnect with who we are, where we come from, and where we are going together. Whether you have been walking closely in this journey or have been away for many seasons, know this - you are welcome, you are valued, and you belong here.
We encourage families to travel together, bring your regalia, share your stories, and invite those who may not yet know they are part of this beautiful tapestry. Let this Homecoming be the moment we strengthen our circle and stand proudly as one people.
This gathering belongs to all of us. Our ancestors carried their identity through hardship so that we might stand today. This homecoming is not simply an event; it is a declaration that we are still here, still united, and still committed to preserving our heritage.
Let us gather in dignity.
Let us organize with purpose.
Let us build something our grandchildren will be proud of.
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Our Homecoming Highlights:

Registration Donations:
Registration donations cover ground preparation, insurance, programming, and future planning.
These contributions allow us to build responsibly and sustainably.

We are seeking:
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Theme: Founding Vision
Attire: Red, White, Yellow, or Black Day
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Cheraw Catawba Tribal Council Meeting
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Arrival and Conference Center Setup
Registration and Greetings
Vendor and Volunteer Check-In
6:00 PM – 6:45 PM
Welcome and Founding Address
Opening Prayer and Honor Song
6:45 PM – 7:30 PM
Vision for the Future Address
Community Homecoming Meal
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Evening Reflection Circle
Oral Histories
Family Introductions
Shared Memories
Theme: Descendant Day Morning
Attire: Homecoming T-Shirt
8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Elders Breakfast and Grounds Preparation
10:00 AM
Opening Prayer, Land Acknowledgment, Flag Song
Mini Grand Entry and Morning Greetings
10:15 AM – 11:30 AM
Rites of Passage Ceremony
Afternoon Attire: Native Attire or Homecoming T-Shirt
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
Opening Address
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Native American Genealogy, Question & Answer Session
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Native American Blowgun Competition ($50 Prize)
Native American Game Exhibition - Double Ball
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM • Intertribal Stomp Dance Exhibition
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM • Cheraw Catawba Tribal Conference • Traditional Covered Dish Community Dinner • Annual Awards Presentation
8:30 PM • Family Night and Closing Prayer
The date is approaching fast and we’re making preparations. Don’t miss out!
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