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In 1994, the Oklahoma Legislature created the Native American Cultural and Educational Authority, a state agency authorized to construct and operate a Cultural Center and Museum for the purpose of generating awareness and understanding of the history of tribes and their relationship to Oklahoma today. The NACEA has made tremendous progress toward realization of the American Indian Cultural Center. Phase 1 construction is complete, an institutional and implementation plan have commenced.

NACEA Mission Statement

To create an awareness and understanding for all people of the Oklahoma American Indian cultures and heritage.

NACEA Founding Statement

The NACEA will collaborate with state, tribal federal, city and, county governments; as well as educational and cultural organizations to promote a deeper understanding and appreciation among all people of the diverse American Indian cultures of Oklahoma..

AICCM Mission Statement

To serve as a living center for cultural expression promoting awareness and understanding for people regarding Oklahoma American Indian cultures and heritage.

AICCM Vision

• Living Center for Contemporary American Indian Culture
• Communicate the story of American Indians in Oklahoma
• Center for the Study of American Indian Culture and History