Seal of the Governor
For Immediate Release: November 26, 2024
Contacts: Office of the Governor: Christian Martinez, Christian.Martinez@governor.virginia.gov

Governor Glenn Youngkin Participates in 347th Tribute Ceremony

Governor Glenn Youngkin delivers remarks at the 347th Tribute Ceremony at the Governor's Executive Mansion on November 26, 2024. Official photo by Austin Stevens, Office of the Governor. 

RICHMOND, VA — Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin participated in the 347th Tribute Ceremony. The Governor was joined by tribal citizens of the Mattaponi and Pamunkey Indian Tribes for the ceremony. Before the tribute ceremony, Governor Youngkin met privately with the Chiefs of the Mattaponi and Pamunkey Tribes. 

“The relationship between the Commonwealth and the Mattaponi and Pamunkey tribes has been kept alive and well for over three centuries, forged on the basic principles of unity, peace and respect," said Governor Glenn Youngkin. “It is also a relationship that serves as an emblem of what the very Spirit of Virginia stands for, and that is togetherness. Today’s ceremony celebrates and honors this sacred bond.” 

“Today's ceremony holds immense significance as it reminds us of the tradition of honoring and upholding our treaty obligations, thereby strengthening the ties between these Tribal nations and the Commonwealth of Virginia,” said Secretary of the Commonwealth Kelly Gee. “We hold deep appreciation for our cherished relationships, long history, and look forward to an even brighter future together.” 

To view the 347th Tribute Ceremony, click here.  

Governor Glenn Youngkin is presented with a tribute in the form of a deer by Chief Mark "Falling Star" Custalow at the 347th Tribute Ceremony at the Governor's Executive Mansion on November 26, 2024. Official photo by Austin Stevens, Office of the Governor. 

Governor Glenn Youngkin is presented with a tribute in the form of a deer by Chief Robert Gray at the 347th Tribute Ceremony at the Governor's Executive Mansion on November 26, 2024. Official photo by Austin Stevens, Office of the Governor. 

First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin meets with Little Miss Chickahominy at the 347th Tribute Ceremony at the Governor's Executive Mansion on November 26, 2024. Official photo by Austin Stevens, Office of the Governor.

Governor Glenn Youngkin visits with tribal citizens at the 347th Tribute Ceremony at the Governor's Executive Mansion on November 26, 2024. Official photo by Austin Stevens, Office of the Governor. 

Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin pose with Chief Mark "Falling Star" Custalow and Chief Robert Gray at the Governor's Executive Mansion on November 26, 2024. Official photo by Austin Stevens, Office of the Governor.

Governor Glenn Youngkin delivers remarks at the 347th Tribute Ceremony at the Governor's Executive Mansion on November 26, 2024. Official photo by Austin Stevens, Office of the Governor. 

Governor Glenn Youngkin, First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin, Secretary of the Commonwealth Kelly Gee, and Chief of the Pamunkey Tribe pictured with Ethan Brown's "Wetlands" at the Governor's Executive Mansion on November 26, 2024. Official photo by Austin Stevens, Office of the Governor.

# # #