Title:
Indians revive traditions in Charlestown gathering
Author:
Biernacki, Anne
Subjects:
Indians of North America--Dance
Powwows--Rhode Island--Charlestown
Powwows--Rhode Island--Charlestown
Object ID:
scr-023-050-051
Object Name:
Scrapbook
Category:
8: Communication Artifact
Subcategory:
Documentary Artifact
Publisher:
The Day
Publication Place:
New London (Conn.)
Pubication Date:
08/04/1985
Collection:
Indian and Colonial Scrapbook
Summary:
The 309th gathering hosted by the Narragansett Indians, in which they were joined by representatives from the Niantic tribe, the Shennicocks of Long Island, the Iriquois, the Wampanoag and other tribes.The term powwow is not used for this annual gathering, as the type of dancing exhibited would have been done in small family groups rather than a larger gathering. The tribal council organizes the day-to-day activities. Places to stay and dine are included in the article, with the Dove Crest Indian Restaurant, originally run by Eleanor and Ferris Dove, featured.
People:
Princess Red Wing