Washita's 25th Anniversary

Dancers at the 25th Anniversary commemoration

NPS / Christian Schroll

On November 13, 2021, Washita Battlefield National Historic Site commemorated the 25th Anniversary of the creation of the park through the signing of the Public Law 104–333, the Omnibus Parks and Public Lands Management Act of 1996, establishing Washita Battlefield to preserve and protect the history and nature of the site for current and future generations.

To mark the occasion and explore the park's past and where it might go in the future there were speakers, Cheyenne and Arapaho dancers, and a Cheyenne and Arapaho drum circle. View the events of the day in the series of videos below.

 

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  Washita Battlefield 25th Anniversary Part One

  The beginning of Washita Battlefield's 25th Anniversary ceremony including the presentation of the colors, opening remarks, and prayer.

  Duration:

  15 minutes, 24 seconds

 

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  Washita Battlefield 25th Anniversary Part Two

  Part two of Washita Battlefield's 25th Anniversary ceremony including remarks by Superintendent Kevin Young and Cheyenne and Arapaho Governor Reggie Wassana.

  Duration:

  4 minutes, 48 seconds

 

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  Washita Battlefield 25th Anniversary Part Three

  Part three of Washita Battlefield's 25th Anniversary ceremony including remarks by Superintendent Kevin Young and Cheyenne Chief Gordon Yellowman.

  Duration:

  24 minutes, 16 seconds

 

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  Washita Battlefield 25th Anniversary Part Four

  Part four of Washita Battlefield's 25th Anniversary ceremony including remarks by Superintendent Kevin Young, Congressman Frank Lucas, and the handing out of the Peace Medals.

  Duration:

  16 minutes, 30 seconds

 

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  Washita Battlefield 25th Anniversary Part Five

  The fifth and final part of Washita Battlefield's 25th Anniversary ceremony featuring performances by Cheyenne and Arapaho dancers and a drum circle.

  Duration:

  26 minutes, 33 seconds