There are currently two recognized Abenaki tribes in Canada and four state-recognized Abenaki tribe tribes in Vermont, as well as other tribes in N’dakinna (our homeland). However, there are other Abenaki tribes that are not yet state or federally recognized. These posts will lead you to Abenaki tribal websites and the Vermont Abenaki Artists Association.
Elnu is an Abenaki Tribe based in Southern Vermont. We work to continue our cultural heritage through historical research, lectures and school programs, oral storytelling, singing, dancing and traditional craft making. Our primary focus is ensuring that our traditions carry…
Continue ReadingThe Koasek Abenaki is an autonomous band of Abenaki families of what is now called the Western Abenaki Tribes, which have been recognized by the State of Vermont. The Koasek Abenaki people are the native inhabitants of central and northwest…
Continue ReadingThe Sovereign Republic of the Abenaki Nation of Missisquoi has seven elected Tribal Council Members. The Missisquoi Abenaki Tribal Council acts as an advisory group to the Chairman and enacts resolutions which have the force of LAW when approved by a simple…
Continue ReadingThe mission of the Nulhegan Band of the Coosuk Abenaki Nation is to strengthen our government; to build our community, and ensure sustainability; to protect our customs and traditions, and to revive our culture and celebrate our heritage while sharing…
Continue ReadingThe Vermont Abenaki Artists Association embodies the history, culture, and art of the Abenaki people. Our mission is to promote regional Indigenous arts, artists, culture, and to provide an organized central place to share creative ideas. We accomplish this…
Continue ReadingThere is a growing effort to bring history back into focus and to correct many misconceptions about the relationship of Native People, such as us, and the founding of the United States. We were not all killed off by disease…
Continue ReadingWe, the Koasek Traditional Band of the Sovereign Abenaki Nation, trace the origin of our tribe back over 180 years. The Abenaki Nation has inhabited our land for over 10,000 years. Our homeland is N’dakinna, which incorporates Eastern Canada, and…
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