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Nulhegan Cultural and Historic Preservation Department
Abenaki identity is founded upon a unique and special heritage, which itself is embodied in our language, our history, and our traditional knowledge.
the Nulhegan Cultural and historic preservation department
Our Mission
The Nulhegan Cultural and Historic Preservation Department’s primary purpose is to ensure the protection, preservation and promotion of traditional teachings, cultural awareness, and historical accuracy of the Abenaki people. The Department and Tribal Council work to address the cultural needs of the Abenaki people in the areas of, but not limited to:
History - research, document, and present Abenaki history that depicts an accurate picture of the past and present.
Language - revitalize, sustain, and encourage the use of the Abenaki language by providing ongoing educational opportunities through classes and using new technology.
Outreach - provide accurate Abenaki history, from a combination of primary source material and knowledgeable Elders, through educational resource development to classrooms, schools, and other interested organizations.
The Goal of the Cultural and Historic Preservation Department is to revitalize, promote, sustain and document the culture, language, and history in a manner that honors the past generations, ensures a healthy and balanced tribal community, utilizes the advice and knowledge of the elders, and educates the general public in a manner that serves tribal interests.
We do this by:
- Assisting Tribal Leadership in treaty rights protection
- Documenting traditional and ancestral knowledge
- Integrating Abenaki lifeways within our Tribal community and infrastructure
- Protecting sites, landscapes, and associated knowledge
Pottery sherds found at an archaeology dig site being measured and cataloged.
who we are
Nulhegan Cultural and Historic Preservation Department Members
Brian Chenevert – Tribal Historian/Director
Dan Shears – Material Culture Advisor
Emily Hackett-Fiske - Tribal Genealogist
Sherry Gould – Special Project Genealogist
Jesse Bruchac – Language Specialist/Instructor
Nathan Chenevert – Assistant to the Director
The department is directed by the Tribal Historian (Department Director) who shall advise the Chief of the Nulhegan Abenaki Tribe, the Nulhegan Tribal Council, the Divisions, Departments, Programs, Agencies, Authorities, Enterprises and any other instrumentalities of the Nulhegan Abenaki Tribe; the federal, state and local governments, private organizations and individuals on matters pertaining to cultural and historic preservation to achieve its goals.
Traditional Abenaki Basketry
Typically made from ash, Abenaki baskets are beautiful as well as functional. Nulhegan has several professional basketmakers. Click here to see samples of their work and to get their contact information.
Help Our Cause
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and add to the legacy we are leaving for the Next Seven Generations. Your generous donation will fund our mission.
