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.

Featured Events

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

Diabetes Program: 1k Walking Club

Meskwaki Diabetes Program and the Rec Center are working together to create a 1k Walking Club. The goal of the 1k Walking Club is to walk or run 1,000 miles […]

Event Series Crockpot Meal Prep

Crockpot Meal Prep

Meskwaki Recreation & Community Center 1644 305th Street, Tama, United States

Learn how to plan and cook three (3) crockpot meals. You take home the 3 meals you make. Limited to 8 participants per class. Call Christina Alamo, Diabetes Project Coordinator […]

R.I.S.E.: Elder Abuse Awareness Informational Booth

Meskwaki Recreation & Community Center 1644 305th Street, Tama, United States

Jade and Jason with Meskwaki Family Services/R.I.S.E. will be hosting an informational booth, handing out merch and pamphlets while spreading awareness about elder abuse at the Rec Center on Wed., […]

Tribal Council Meeting

The next Tribal Council Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 beginning at 5:00 p.m. Enrolled Tribal Members are welcome and encouraged to attend. *Meeting dates/times are subject […]

WFD: “Our Stories, Our Futures” Community Empowerment

Meskwaki Recreation & Community Center 1644 305th Street, Tama, United States

Workforce Development's next Community Empowerment session will be held Thursday, June 26 at the Rec Center at 12pm/Noon. We will continue our version of "Our Stories, Our Futures", and creating […]

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.

 

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.

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.

 

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.

 

Meskwaki Nation’s Entities & Enterprises

Contact the Meskwaki Nation