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.

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May 9
Application Deadline for POH 2026

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Natural Resources Department is now accepting applications for POH 2026, a summer program for Native youth entering grades 5–8. Applications are due by May 9. For more information, contact the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Natural Resources Department at 508-477-0208 and ask for Janez Ruzzo, ext. 141.

MMIP Social
May 9
MMIP Social

This special event is an opportunity for our community to come together in remembrance, reflection, and unity as we honor Missing and Murdered Indigenous People.
Potluck meal (food & donations welcomed), drumming, giveaways, community connection, and support.
We encourage all community members to attend, bring a dish to share if you’re able, and stand together in honoring those we have lost.
For more information, please contact: 508-477-0208

Mashpee Wampanoag Rod and Gun Club Hosts Second Sunday Breakfast and Trap Shoot
May 10
Mashpee Wampanoag Rod and Gun Club Hosts Second Sunday Breakfast and Trap Shoot

The Mashpee Wampanoag Rod and Gun Club will host its monthly Second Sunday Breakfast and Trap Shoot on Sunday, May 10. Community members are invited to stop by for breakfast, spend time with friends and family, and enjoy a morning at the club.

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Catering RFP: Preserving Our Homeland Summer Science Camp (Traditional Lunches)

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Natural Resources Department is seeking bids from qualified caterers to provide Traditional Wampanoag lunches for the “Native Youth in Science: Preserving Our Homeland” Summer Science Camp. Lunches will serve approximately 35–40 people per day and must be delivered to multiple locations in Mashpee and Falmouth (a detailed schedule will be provided upon contract).

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Annual Budget Vote Results: Budget Approved

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe held its Annual Budget Vote on Sunday, March 8 at the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Community and Government Center.

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Election Committee has certified that the budget did pass. The official results were:

Yes: 48
No: 15
Total votes cast: 63

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Public Hearing: Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Jury Ordinance

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PROPOSED ORDINANCE

2026-ORD-001, Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Jury Ordinance

Thursday, March 19, 2026
5:30-6:30 P.M. (E.T.)

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