PETERSHAM — Several local organizations have united to offer a free event that aims to celebrate and highlight Nipmuc history, culture, land use, and living presence through music, crafts, storytelling and more by Nipmuc citizens.
The event is set for Saturday, May 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Petersham North Common, 1 N. Main St.
The event aims to educate the community about the history of the Nipmuc in the region of the Quabbin, uplift Nipmuc culture, and celebrate that the Nipmuc community has returned to their homeland in Petersham/ Nichewaug. Presentations and demonstrations will include traditional Nipmuc flutes, hide-tanning, woodworking and more.
■Hawk Henries will present a flute making demonstration
■Andre Strongbearheart Gaines will present Wampum, Wood Crafts and Hide Tanning
■Sierra Henries will present Birch Bark Art
Crafts, jewelry, art, musical instruments and more will be available for sale.
Everyone is invited. Advance registration is helpful, but not required. The registration link can be found at bit.ly/3vWaJ3v.
This event is presented by Nipmuk Cultural Preservation, and was made possible by grant funding from the Petersham Cultural Council to Petersham Antiracism Coalition and the Massachusetts Cultural Council Festivals Grant to the Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust with additional support from Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust.