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| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 1,400[1] (2010) | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
 United States ( Wisconsin) | |
| Languages | |
| English,Potawatomi | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| otherPotawatomi andAnishinaabe people |
TheForest County Potawatomi Community (Potawatomi:Gsenyaniyêk[2] orKsenyaniyek[3][4]) is afederally recognized tribe ofPotawatomi people with approximately 1,400 members as of 2010.[1] The community is based on theForest County Potawatomi Indian Reservation, which consists of numerous non-contiguous plots of land in southernForest County and northernOconto County,Wisconsin, United States. The community also administers about 7 acres (28,000 m2) ofoff-reservation trust land in the city ofMilwaukee.[1][5] According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the reservation and off-reservation trust land together have a total area of 22.72 square miles (58.8 km2).[6] The combined population of Forest County Potawatomi Community and Off-Reservation Trust Land was 594 in the2020 census.[7] The nation's administrative and cultural center are located about three miles east ofCrandon, Wisconsin.[8]
The Forest County Potawatomi run thePotawatomi Hotel & Casino in Milwaukee and thePotawatomi Bingo Northern Lights Casino inCarter, Wisconsin.[citation needed]
Along with theSokaogon Chippewa Community, the Potawatomi bought the nearbyCrandon mine inCrandon to prevent its reopening. The tribes argued the reopening of the zinc and copper mine would harm the environment.[9]
The Forest County Potawatomi Cultural Center and Museum were created to educate the public and pass the culture and traditions of the Potawatomi people to the next generations. The Cultural Center is a new way of gathering the people — to share stories and to learn from one another. The Forest County Potawatomi Community welcomes Native Americans and non-Native Americans alike to learn about the community and their contributions. With input from community elders and internationally known museum designers, many unique, informative and entertaining exhibits were constructed and are now captivating general public visitors. The 2,700-square-foot (250 m2) permanent exhibit, which is bilingual (Potawatomi and English), is divided into four main sections: a history of the Potawatomi, entitled The Long Walk; an interactive kiosk, entitled People Who Share a Language; a display of different traditional elements, entitled Traditional Ways; and a display of the heritage of the present day tribe. Other highlights of the exhibit include: "People of the Three Fires" main diorama-recreation of theCouncil of Three Fires is located in the center of the exhibition. "The Gathering": video presentation of the various Potawatomi communities across North America. "The Wall of Treaties"—reproductions of 43 United States and seven Canadian treaties conducted with the Potawatomi. "Wigwas Tthiman" (Birchbark Canoe)—this birchbark canoe was constructed on site at the Potawatomi Cultural Center and Museum using traditional methods as a living display. The canoe project took five weeks to complete and visitors were able to watch each step of the process. "Living History/Craft Classes"—Community instructional classes such as: moccasin, flute, dance regalia, scale model canoe building, language classes, birch/quill and black ash basketry are offered throughout the year.[citation needed]
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Municipalities and communities ofForest County, Wisconsin,United States | ||
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Municipalities and communities ofOconto County, Wisconsin,United States | ||
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Municipalities and communities ofMilwaukee County, Wisconsin,United States | ||
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