Latest Past Events

Earthshapers & Placemakers: Abenaki History in Deep Time

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes

The physical layout of the Abenaki territory we call “Ndakinna” includes multiple waterways, valleys, mountains, rock formations, etc. that shape the contours of the land. Many of these are still known by locative terms, in the Abenaki language, that describe their physical details. Some places are also known through oral traditions that reference ancient events ... Read more

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Something of Value: the Vermont Abenaki community 1790 – 2020

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes

Join Dr. Frederick Wiseman as he premieres his new book "Something of Value: The Vermont Abenaki experience: 1790-2020." Using the twin concepts of cultural continuity and cultural competency, it is a brief, peer-reviewed introduction to the little-known genealogy, history, arts, gardening, architecture, and social organization of the Vermont Abenaki community. Building on Wiseman’s 35 years ... Read more

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Deep Roots, Strong Branches – Exhibit

Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes

Deep Roots, Strong Branches - The American Abenaki Abenaki people have lived in N’Dakinna (our Homeland) for more than 12,000 years. Abenaki culture is a complex network of people, places, relationships and ceremonies that links the people with the living land. Located in the Museum’s Schoolhouse Gallery, this exhibit presents artwork and stories by the ... Read more

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