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2027 American Indian

Unity Conference

A statewide gathering celebrating culture, leadership, education, and the shared heritage of North Carolina’s tribal communities.

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About the Unity Conference

For more than fivedecades, the American Indian Unity Conference has brought together tribal leaders, elders, youth, community members, educators, and advocates from across North Carolina.


Hosted annually by the United Tribes of North Carolina, the conference serves as a space for cultural celebration, meaningful dialogue, professional development, and statewide collaboration.

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Attendees experience:

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  • Inspiring keynote speakers

  • Cultural showcases and powwow

  • Workshops and sessions of impact

  • Youth and leadership programming

  • Community and Veterans Awards

  • Friday night banquet and dance

  • Vendor marketplace and artisan displays

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It is a time of unity, reflection, celebration, and shared purpose.

2027 Conference Windows & Deadlines

ALL DEADLINES CLOSE AT 11:59 pm on their listed deadline date.

 

Hilton Raleigh North Hills Hotel reservations at the conference rate close February 10th, 2027 at 11:59 pm

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  • Conference registration, Early Bird                            Oct 1, 2026 - Jan 31, 2027

  • Conference registration, Standard Rage                    Feb 1, 2026 - Feb 24, 2027

  • Workshop Proposal Window                                     Sept 11, 2026 - Dec 4, 2026

  • Educational Scholarship Window:                             Oct 1, 2026 - Jan 31, 2027

  • Community Awards Nominations Window:                Oct 1, 2026 - Jan 31, 2027

  • Veterans Awards Nomination Window:                      Oct 1, 2026 - Jan 31, 2027            

  • Writing Competition Submission Window:                 Oct 1, 2026 - Jan 31, 2027

  • Program Book Ad Purchase Window:                         Oct 1, 2026 - Jan 31, 2027

  • Conference Sponsorship Window:                            Oct 1, 2026 - Jan 31, 2027

  • Vendor Registration Window:                                    Oct 1, 2026 - Jan 31, 2027

  • Amateur Art Competition Registration Window:         Oct 1, 2026 - Jan 31, 2027

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Juried Art Competition Online Registration Window:  Oct 1, 2026 - 11am Wed March 3, 2027

Juried Art Drop Off Window:

Tuesday, March 2, 2027 3:00- 9:00 pm and Wednesday, March 3, 2027 9:00 – 11:00 am

 

Quilting Competition Online Registration Window:      Oct 1, 2026 - 9 am Thurs March 4, 2027

Quilting Drop Off Window:

Wednesday, March 3, 12:00 pm (noon) or Thursday, March 4, 2027 at 9:00 am

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Host Hotel

Hilton Hotel Reservations

The 2027 Unity Conference runs March 3 - 6, 2027

Location: Hilton Raleigh North Hills, 3415 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, NC 

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2027 NC Indian Unity Conference Hotel Reservations - Hilton Raleigh North Hills

Get in Touch

Have a question or need more information? We’re here to help. Reach out to the United Tribes of North Carolina and a member of our team will connect with you soon.

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