Enoch kelly haney biography

Native American politician and artist (1940–2022)

Enoch Kelly Haney (November 12, 1940 – April 23, 2022)^[1] was an American politician and internationally recognized Seminole/Muscogee artist from Oklahoma, He served as principal chief of the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma from 2005 until 2009 and previously served as a member of both houses of the Oklahoma Legislature.^[2] He created a bronze statue that sits atop the Oklahoma State Capitol, called The Guardian.

Enoch Kelly Haney was an American politician and internationally recognized Seminole/Muscogee artist from Oklahoma, He served as principal chief of the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma from until and previously served as a member of both.

Enoch Kelly Haney died peacefully at home on April 23, , surrounded by his loving family.

Enoch Kelly Haney (November 12, – April 23, ) was an.

Enoch Kelly Haney was elected as a state legislator and a senator.

Enoch Kelly Haney, the former Seminole Nation Chief who served in the state Legislature, ran for governor and had his art showcased around the world.

Another statue he created is located at the Chickasaw Nation headquarters in Ada, Oklahoma.

Haney was also a candidate for the office of Governor of Oklahoma in the 2002 election, placing third in the Democratic Party primary.

Early life and education

Enoch Kelly Haney was born on November 12, 1940, in Seminole, Oklahoma, to William Woodrow Haney and Hattie Louise Haney. His father was a flute maker and craftsman and his paternal grandfather, Willie Haney, contributed to the S