The Wampanoag Tribe

Land

Housing

Building a HomeAlthough the materials and construction techniques of English and Wampanoag houses were different, their functions were the same. Dwellings were the hub of family life, providing protection from the elements as well as space for work and recreation.

Food

What's For Dinner?Learn how food was sourced and eaten by the Pilgrim and Wampanoag communities during the 17th century.

Growing FoodFood was very important to both the Wampanoag and English. Most of the work done by both cultures had to do with gathering, growing and preparing food. For both cultures, good or bad harvests could mean the difference between comfort and hardship.

History

Traditions

Playing and LearningLearn how children played and learned in both Wampanoag and English communities during the 17th century.

Language

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Music

Musical Thanksgiving: The Native American Wampanoag Tribe | Liberty Park MusicLearn about the Native American Wampanoag tribe and their inspirational music culture for this Thanksgiving!

Clothing

What to Wear?Dress is important and unique to every culture. Many cultures dress as they do because certain materials are easier to find than others. Each culture also dresses according to its own standard of modesty and its needs for protection from the climate.

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