The following is a list of individuals, organizations, and agencies that not
only demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of American Indian history and
culture, but also work actively toward promoting and preserving that history and
culture. They have proven to be invaluable resources and have contributed to a
wide range of educational outreach efforts, and the Commission would like to
list them here as potential resources for Maryland's American Indian
communities, students, teachers, and all others who may visit this site.
Joseph Stands With Many
www.standswithmany.com
Phone: 443-562-0656
Joseph Stands With Many is a Cherokee storyteller, musician, and dancer. The
traditional Cherokee stories that Stands With Many shares not only entertain,
but are also traditionally used to teach values and lessons about life. Stands
With Many is happy to share his stories and music with audiences of all ages -
audiences no larger than 25 people are recommended
American Indian Health Website
americanindianhealth.nlm.nih.gov
The National Library of Medicine, a part of the National Institutes of
Health, announces a new Web site to address the health concerns of the 4 million
Americans who claim American Indian or Alaska Native ancestry.
The Archeological Society of Maryland, Inc. (ASM)
www.marylandarcheology.org
The Archeological Society of Maryland, Inc. (ASM) is a statewide organization
of lay and professional archeologists devoted to the study and conservation of
Maryland archeology. The goals of ASM are:
- Discovery, investigation and conservation of Maryland's archeological resources.
- Proper recording of archeological sites.
- Respect for the fragile and non-renewable nature of archeological sites.
- Creation of bond between avocational and professional archeologists.
- Development of opportunities for working with professional archeologists through directed fieldwork, analysis, and reporting.
- Public dissemination of information about Maryalnd's buried heritage.
- Publication of the results of all excavations undertaken by the Society.
Indian Organizations in Maryland, Virginia & D.C. (These are not Indian Tribes)
American Indian Cultural Center Brandywine, Maryland
The American Indian Cultural Center is an educational non-profit which sponsors powwows, socials,
and other education activities.
American Indian Heritage Foundation
6051 Arlington Boulevard
Falls Church, Virginia
703-237-7500
202-INDIANS (463-4267)
The American Heritage Foundation operates the Miss Indian USA pageant, funds Native American
Indian charitable activities which promote the culture, beliefs, and rights of Native American Indians.
American Indian Inter-Tribal Cultural Organization, Inc.
Rockville, Maryland
301-869-9381
The American Indian Inter-Tribal Cultural Organization is an educational non-profit which
sponsors powwows, socials, and other education activities.
American Indian Society of Washington, DC
P.O. Box 6431
Falls Church, Virginia 22040-6431
The American Indian Society of Washington DC meets the first Wednesday off the month in
Alexandria, Virginia at the St. Clements Church, 1930 hours. They sponsor one powwow at
the American Indian Cultural Center in Brandywine, Maryland each year, and
support fellowship for Native American Indians living in the Nation's Capitol area.
The Baltimore American Indian Center
113 South Broadway
Baltimore, Maryland 21231
(410) 675-3535
The Baltimore American Indian Center is a non-profit 501(c)(3) tax exempt charity providing
social and economical services to American Indians living in Maryland. Services include
home buying and rental assistance, JPTA-job placement and training assistance, U.S.
Indian Health Service substance abuse counseling, cultural classes, and activities such
as powwows and socials. The BAIC holds one National powwow each year; one on the fourth
weekend in August, and various activities during November. For more information contact the BAIC.
Honor the Circle: The Native American Indian Student Association
Community College of Baltimore County - Catonsville
800 South Rolling Road
Catonsville, Maryland 21228
(410) 455-4322 or 455-4951
The student association serves and supports Native American Indian students, faculty, and staff from
tribes all over the US, Canada, and Alaska who attend or are employed by Catonsville with course
registration, assistance with financial aid forms, college paperwork, employment practices/problems,
and social interaction with other Native people. Honor the Circle also co-sponsors the powwows with
the Baltimore American Indian Center.
The Maryland Commission on Indian Affairs
100 Community Place
Crownsville, Maryland
The twelve person Commission is an official state body, whose members are appointed by Maryland's
Governor and are approved by the Maryland State Senate. Commissioners are appointed for a three
year term and the majority of commissioners must be American Indian, with three seats specifically
reserved for persons from Maryland Indian tribes. The Commission addresses issues affecting state
recognition, education, cultural preservation, and assists the Governor relating to issues facing
American Indians.
Native Indian Sacred Earth Society
11400 Cedarville Road
Brandywine, Maryland
301-888-1198
An American Indian Society, call for further information.
Native American Rights Fund
1712 N Street, NW
Washington, DC
202-785-4166
A charitable fund for promoting, litigating, and supporting Native American Indian rights
throughout the United States and Canada.
Maryland Indian Tribes
Ms. Mervin Savoy, Tribal Chair
The Piscataway Conoy Confederacy and Subtribes
P.O. Box 1484
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 609-7625
(301) 609-9317 (fax)
The Piscataway Conoy people are the indigenous people of the region we call Maryland today.
Currently, they do not have Federal or State recognition. However, the Maryland Commission on
Indian Affairs officially recommended to Maryland's Governor the tribe be extended official state
recognition. The Piscataway Conoy are expected to receive their state recognition within the year.
Additionally, the Piscataway Conoy are seeking Federal recognition from the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
Joseph - The Youghiogheny Band of Shawnee
6110 Melvern Drive
Bethesda, Maryland 20851
(301) 530-5281
John Howard - Pocomoke Indian Nation
3169 Calvary Road
Crisfield, Maryland 21817
The Piscataway Indian Nation - Billy "Red Wing" Tayac
PO Box 131
Accokeek, Maryland 20607
(301) 932-0808
Ms. Anne Buck McKay, Tribal Elder - Accohannock Indian Tribe
427 Loblolly Lane
Salisbury, Maryland 21801-6851
(410) 749-2696
Sewell Fitzhugh - The Nassue-Waiwash Tribe (Nanticoke)
7 Willis Street
Cambridge, Maryland 21613
(410) 228-5243
For more information or to submit potential Resources, contact:
Carmen Pratt
Maryland Department of Human Resources
311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 272
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
(410) 767-7857
1(800) 714-8813
E-mail: cpratt@dhr.state.md.us
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