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Tribal graves detected on Burying Hill in Bourne. 3D map to be drawn. BOURNE — Scientists have found what they believe to be old Wampanoag burials throughout the area known as Burying Hill, after deploying ground-penetrating radar starting in mid-April. The burials are relatively shallow so they are easy to confuse with tree roots, said John Steinberg, a research scientist with the Fiske Center for Archaeological Research at the University…

Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribal Cultural Council Announces FY25 Grant RecipientsThe Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribal Cultural Council (HPWTCC) is proud to announce its FY25 Mass Cultural Council’s Tribe Cultural Council Grant Recipients, marking the council’s inaugural year of funding community-based projects in the arts, sciences, and humanities. This year, 8 grants totaling $9,470 were awarded to projects that align with the council’s priorities of preserving Wampanoag Traditions, promoting community engagement, and fostering intergenerational connections.…

Healey: Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe in Plymouth recognized The Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe, headquartered in Plymouth, has been granted state recognition. Gov. Maura Healey’s office called Tribal Chairwoman Melissa Ferretti on Friday. The news overwhelmed her with joy, Ferretti said. “The executive order acknowledges what we already knew. It reaffirms our thousands of years of existence here,” Ferretti said Monday. Gov. Healey made a promise to deal with Indigenous issues,…

In recognition of Native American Heritage Month, Governor also visited Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and unveiled Native American art exhibition in State HouseFor immediate release:11/19/2024Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim DriscollIn recognition of Native American Heritage Month, Governor also visited Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and unveiled Native American art exhibition in State HouseBoston — During Native American Heritage Month, Governor Maura Healey today issued an Executive Order granting state recognition to…

By JAMIE PERKINS Oct 17, 2024 Dozens of residents spent the evening of October 4 at the Bourne Historical Society learning about the history of the Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe. The talk, presented by chairwoman of the Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe and Bourne Select Board vice chairwoman Melissa A. Ferretti, aimed to spread awareness of the tribe’s cultural heritage and significance to the region. The presentation spurred conversation among attendees,…

Are apartments going up next to a Wampanoag tribal burying ground? (capecodtimes.com) BOURNE — A burying ground of the Herring Pond Indians that has never been excavated is on a hill above the Cape Cod Canal. The site on what is called Burying Hill is older than some more famous ancient sites across the globe, according to attorney and Herring Pond Wampanoag tribal citizen Jaime Hoctor. “You used to be able to see the mounds, the rows…