Protecting Our Identity

For 40 years, we have been dedicated to preserving and promoting the Native American heritage in the Triangle. By raising awareness and celebrating our community's cultural and economic contributions, we ensure that our legacy thrives for future generations.

Our Work

Our work safeguards the identity and well-being of Native Americans in the Triangle by promoting cultural awareness, advocating for recognition, and providing crucial support to our community.

Your Involvement Strengthens Our Mission

Over 130,000 Native Americans in NC

Over 14,000 Years of Indian Heritage

NC has the largest Native American population east of the Mississippi River

Our community brings together Native American families and individuals committed to preserving our heritage and culture in the Triangle. Through cultural events, educational programs, and shared traditions, we celebrate and strengthen our identity.

Meet the people who are at the heart of our mission and discover how they contribute to the vibrant fabric of our community.

Meet Our Community

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Join us this Saturday, June 7th for our Annual Picnic! From 11am-4pm at Falls Lake State Recreation Area. RSVP to join us with the link in bio.
TNAS supporting Lumbee Day at the NC General Assembly. Thank you @lumbeetribencgov for organizing and advocating!
Scenes from our bandolier bag sewing workshop today led by @originalppls @indigenous_angel_ Raven Dial Stanley (Lumbee). We all wore our new bags home at the end - can’t wait to see everyone wearing theirs out!
Join of for a moment for healing and mourning. National Day of Awareness 🕊️May 5 is National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People (MMIWGS2+), also known as Red Dress Day. Red Dress Day was inspired
Triangle Native American Society has partnered with Alicia Freeman, a citizen of the Waccamaw Siouan Tribe! Alicia is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist. She will be coming to speak on exploring ev
Triangle Native American Society was excited to represent at @urbanindiancommunities in Las Vegas for discussion, strategizing, and community building amongst other urban Native groups from across the country. Our team was pleased to had the opportun
Triangle Native wants to extend our gratitude to @nc_governor for inviting us to speak about TNAS and NC Natives while showcasing our culture at the Governor’s Ball tonight.
Triangle Native American Society has partnered with Joy Hunt, a proud member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina and a Registered and Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist. Joy will be giving a presentation on implementing the landscape of nutrition by p

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