Learn About Newton’s Indigenous History at Newton Conservators May 4th Annual Meeting
6 to 9 PM on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at American Legion Post 440, Newton
The May 4, 2022 annual meeting of the Newton Conservators, Newton’s all-volunteer open space advocacy and education organization, will feature a presentation on Newton: Land of the Massachusett, by two distinguished representatives of the Massachusett Tribe at Ponkapoag, the original people of the Charles River Basin and greater Boston, including Newton:
Sagamore Faries Gray will focus on the tribe’s long history and association with our region’s landscapes. He has worked with local historical societies in both Natick and Newton, has done field research to reveal the enduring traces that indigenous land uses and technology left on the land, and has offered numerous presentations on Massachusett history.
Tribal Elder Elizabeth Solomon will connect the tribe’s history to present policies and issues. She serves on many advisory boards, including for the Boston Harbor Islands’ Stone Living Lab, which develops collaborative approaches to managing climate change. She is committed to using her master’s degree in museum studies to bring to the forefront the voices of native communities.
Tickets for this dinner meeting are $45. Non-members are very welcome at this event, though the Conservators also hope you’ll consider becoming a member! For details and to register, please go to: https://newtonconservators.org/events/2022-annual-dinner-meeting/
