Wampanoag Tribe

The Wampanoag Tribe is a Native American people indigenous to the northeastern United States, primarily present-day Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Historically, they were skilled hunters, fishers, and farmers, known for cultivating crops like corn, beans, and squash. The Wampanoag played a significant role in early American history, notably welcoming the Pilgrims in 1620. Today, they continue to preserve their cultural traditions, language, and heritage, functioning as a recognized sovereign tribal nation with ongoing efforts to revitalize their community and maintain their historical legacy.