SUIMA: Open Registration
The Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy is accepting new and re-enrolling student registration forms for the 2026-2027 school year. Registration packets can be found at www.suima.org or calling 970-563-0253.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Christine Sage, Chairman – 970.563.0100 Tribal Information Services – 970.563.4702 FOR RELEASE: October 25, 2026 PROCLAMATION OF STATE OF LOCAL DISASTER DUE TO SEVERE MONSOON STORMS, FLASH FLOODING, AND ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE DAMAGE ACROSS THE SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN RESERVATION Under the authority vested in me in Resolution Number 2004-225 and the Tribe’s Emergency Operations Plan, I, Christine Sage, the Chairman of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, hereby proclaim a state of local disaster on the Southern Ute Indian Reservation as follows: Background and Need On October 20, 2026, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Decision Support Packet indicating moderate to heavy rainfall, possible flooding, and high confidence for periods of widespread rainfall for La Plata and Archuleta counties where the Southern Ute Indian Reservation is located. On October 22, 2026, the NWS issued a Decision Support Packet indicating heavy rainfall of 2 to 4 inches for the southwest San Juans, and that flooding from heavy rainfall would result, including high confidence in periods of widespread rainfall and localized flooding. On October 23, 2026, the NWS issued a Decision Support Packet indicating that heavy rainfall in the region was resulting in flooding of small creeks, arroyos, rivers […]
The Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy is accepting new and re-enrolling student registration forms for the 2026-2027 school year. Registration packets can be found at www.suima.org or calling 970-563-0253.
Southern Ute Sun Dance Chief, Matthew Box would like to announce the 2024 Southern Ute Sun Dance. The Sundance will take place July 30 - August 3, 2026. All drums and dancers are welcome! “Our people are the Sun Dance and the Sun Dance is the people. Together, we will greet our friend, the morning sunrise and receive Creator’s love through the light, as it spills over the mountain like water. As we make our thirsty stand for healing, unity, and strength of the people.” Because of the sacred nature and solemnity of the Sun Dance, the following rules of good manners and decorum should be observed by all: 1. The entrance of the Medicine Lodge should have a clear passage at all times. 2. Children should not be allowed to play around the Medicine Lodge. 3. Women on their menstrual cycle are not permitted near the Medicine Lodge. 4. Drugs and alcohol are not permitted on the Sun Dance grounds. 5. Camera, video/tape recorders, food, and water are not allowed near the Medicine Lodge. 6. Metal chairs are not allowed inside the Medicine Lodge. The Southern Ute Tribe is not responsible for accidents, or loss of property. For more […]
The Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum (SUCCM) is excited to announce the Fifth Annual Pino Nuche Indigenous Art Market and Juried Show held at the Sky Ute Casino and Resort Event Center on Friday, August 7, through Sunday, August 9. The Pino Nuche Indigenous Art Market and Juried Show allows for Native artists from all over the United States a location to sell their various art pieces and showcase their beautiful work in a juried show format. Applications for both the Juried Show, Crafters/Non-Juried Show entries are now available on our website, southernutemuseum.org (or follow the QR Code on our flyers!) Important Dates: Early Bird & Juried Show Application Deadline – Friday, July 3. Crafters and Non-Juried Show Application Deadline – Friday, August 6. (Onsite Registration will be available.) SUCCM truly believes it can affect positive community relations by affirming the Indigenous perspective directly from Indigenous voices. This Art Market is proof of the importance of preserving, protecting, and promoting Indigenous made artwork in a safe and tribally sanctioned environment. SUCCM Mission Statement: The Southern Ute Culture Center and Museum’s mission is to foster understanding of and respect for the unique origin, culture, language, history, and way of life […]
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