The Standing Bear Prize for Courage was created In 2022 to honor a Native American who exemplifies courage in the spirit of Ponca Chief Standing Bear.
This year’s Prize will be presented to Nebraska State Senator Tom Brewer a member of the Oglala Lakota tribe and representing the 43rd district in Northwest Nebraska. Senator Brewer will be awarded the prize at a ceremony on Indigenous People’s Day, October 9, 2023. Click HERE to read more about Senator Brewer and his courage.
The 2022 Prize was awarded to well-known Native American actor, Wes Studi. Click HERE to read more about Studi and his courage.
Date: Monday, October 9, 2023
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Lied Center for Performing Arts
12th and R Streets
Lincoln, Nebraska
$1,200 Table of Eight
$300 Two Tickets Seated Together
$150 Individual Tickets
Please purchase the tickets below,
or payment can be made via check payable to:
Chief Standing Bear Project
Union Bank
PO Box 82535
Lincoln, NE 68501