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
AA Meeting "The Way Out"

Weekly AA meetings are held at the Community and Government Center on Wednesdays from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Both tribal and non-tribal members are welcome to attend. 

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Feb 20
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
Feb 20
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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Tribal Council Appointment

I wanted to inform you all about the important Tribal Council appointment that took place during our regularly scheduled Tribal Council Meeting on February 12th, 2025. A seat was left vacant after the 2025 General Election where Councilwoman Graham was elected to serve as Vice Chairwoman of the Tribe. Given this vacancy, the Tribal Council filled the vacancy for the Tribal Council seat pursuant to Article VIII Section(4)(a)(1) of the Constitution. 

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Election Results - 2025 General Election

579 ballots were cast in the 2025 General Election on Sunday, February 9th, 2025. The official election results are as follows:

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