Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, also known as the People of the First Light, has inhabited present day Massachusetts and Eastern Rhode Island for more than 12,000 years. After an arduous process lasting more than three decades, the Mashpee Wampanoag were re-acknowledged as a federally recognized tribe in 2007. In 2015, the federal government declared 150 acres of land in Mashpee and 170 acres of land in Taunton as the Tribe’s initial reservation, on which the Tribe can exercise its full tribal sovereignty rights. The Mashpee tribe currently has approximately 3,200 enrolled citizens.

Nashauonk Mittark

Stay up to date on all of the news, culture, events and programs of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe. The Nashauonk Mittark is a monthly publication filled with news for the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and surrounding community.

Featured Events
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Apr 3
Alzheimer’s Family Support

Tribal families with a loved one who has cognitive decline or dementia can now take advantage of free weekly support offered by the Alzheimer’s Family Support Center. The Social Engagement and Respite program will be held every Thursday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. To pre-register call (508) 896-5170 or email info@capecodalz.org.

Elders Lunch and Learn
Apr 3
Elders Lunch and Learn

This weekly lunch and language event is held each Tuesday and Thursday at the MWT Community and Government Center.

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Apr 3
Elders Volleyball

Tribal Elders volleyball will take place every Thursday at the Community and Government Center. For more information, please contact the Elders Department.

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Ethics Commission & Tribal Council Election - IMPORTANT DEADLINES Sunday, 3/9 
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Government Center to be Closed Monday, March 3rd: Tribe Mourns the Loss of a Matriarch

Yesterday, a tribal Matriarch and Spiritual Leader began her journey to the spirit world to be reunited with our ancestors.

To allow the community time to gather and mourn respectfully, the Community and Government Center will be closed today, Monday, March 3rd. She touched every family of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and was a person leaned on for cultural and spiritual strength. Please keep our community in your thoughts and prayers as we honor her unique place in the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe.

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