The tribe operates the Mashantucket Pequot Museum, which explores Native American history. “Native people first and foremost are still here,” said the museum’s executive director, Joshua Carter.

New England’s Native American tribes, including the Mashpee Wampanoag, Wampanoag of Gay Head (Aquinnah), Mashantucket Pequot, Nipmuc and many others, maintain an enduring presence and influence ...

European colonists renamed the river in the 17th century, during a time when the Pequot tribe was being forced out of their lands. "It wasn't right," Nolan said of the colonial name change.

Mashantucket Pequot Tribe shares the importance of learning indigenous culture By Sydney Boyo • Published November 13, 2024 • Updated on November 13, 2024 at 6:33 pm ...