Who We Are
The Burt Lake Band is federally recognized by treaty. Our ancestors were among those who signed the 1836 Treaty of Washington and the 1855 Treaty of Detroit. We, the descendants, are still here in Brutus, Michigan.
Read Our History:
Traditional Foods Project
Our band is exploring and learning about our history through traditional foods. This two-year project involves teachings from knowledgeable native instructors about topics such as spear-fishing, making maple syrup, using indigenous plants for food and medicine, and much more.
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Recent Articles
Visit Burt Lake Band’s New YouTube Channel
We are excited to announce that, with generous funding from Michigan Humanities, the Burt Lake Band has launched an official YouTube channel! This new platform will allow us to share our history, culture, and ongoing programs with a broader audience. Our first video...
The Tradition of Maple Sugar Among the Ojibwe
The Tradition of Maple Sugar Among the Ojibwe For centuries, the Ojibwe people have harvested maple sugar, a staple of their traditional diet. This natural sweetener, abundant in the woodlands of Mchigani, has provided sustenance and cultural continuity for...
Discover Our History: New Timeline on BurtLakeBand.org
We are proud to unveil a new historical timeline on our website, BurtLakeBand.org. This interactive feature was created as part of our Michigan Humanities Grant, which we received to give better access to our rich yet often overlooked history. The timeline offers a...