Sac & Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa

Iowa’s only federally recognized Indian tribe, the Sac & Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa, is known as the Meskwaki Nation, or the “People of the Red Earth.” Our settlement is located near Tama, Iowa, and is comprised of more than 8,624 acres. We have more than 1,450 enrolled tribal members, plus more than 1230 Meskwaki descendants, and we’re the largest employer in Tama County, employing over 1,100 people. Through preservation, improved community services, and business opportunities, the people of the Meskwaki Nation are committed to protecting our inherent sovereignty, preserving and promoting our culture, and improving the quality of life for future generations.

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The Latest Meskwaki Nation News

Deer Harvest for CWD Testing

Nov 3, 2026

November MNT

Nov 2, 2026

Get Out and Vote

Nov 2, 2026

Trick-or-Treat

Oct 30, 2026

Masquerade

Oct 29, 2026

Featured Events

From council meetings to wellness seminars, community events, and more, check out what’s going on in the Meskwaki community.

November 2026
Get Out and Vote

November 3 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

Voting is the tool that all Americans use to ensure our voices are heard and our needs are met by our elected officials. It wasn’t until the Citizenship Act of […]
School Board Election

November 3 @ 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Meskwaki Tribal Center Gym

In accordance with Title. 8 Article IV Chapter 4A of the Sac & Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa the Election Committee of the Sac & Fox Tribe of […]
Senior Services Elder Bone Dice Tournament

November 3 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Meskwaki Senior Services Elder Bone Dice Tournament November 3, 2026 10:30 AM Meskwaki Seniors Center Be sure to bring 200 pennies!
Shawl Class

November 3 @ 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm Shawl Class

Meskwaki Senior Services

Traditional Plain Shawl Class with Patricia Trujillo Class Dates: November 2nd - 4th, 2026 Class Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM All supplies provided. […]
Women’s Support Group

November 4 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Women’s Support Group

Meskwaki Health Clinic 1646 305th St, Tama, United States

Every week on Wednesday, beginning September 9th (tomorrow) Meskwaki Behavioral Health Services will be holding a Women's Support Group from 11:30 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. at the Meskwaki Behavioral Health […]

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Services for the Tribal Community

The Meskwaki Nation provides countless services for its community members and is continuously working to improve the quality of life for the tribe through these programs.

Health Clinic

Our health clinic provides healthcare for individuals and families in the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual healing process.

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Tribal Center

The tribal center is a hub for tribal operations and community gatherings. Tribal members and Tribal Operations departments can reserve these rooms for meetings, sporting events, fundraisers, family gatherings, and more.

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Family Services

Family services are available to help strengthen families of the Meskwaki Indian Settlement by promoting healthy family functioning in an atmosphere of self-determination and traditional cultural values.

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Recreation Center

The recreation center brings the entire community together for the promotion of healthy, active lifestyles. The facility hosts a daycare, youth programs, fitness classes, cardio equipment and weights, gymnasium, running track, meeting areas, outdoor splash pad and walking trails.

Read About the Rec Center