Past Events

Representatives From Lenape Communities Meet at Swarthmore College for Second Lenape Language Conference

Conference Agenda

2010 Rising Nation River Journey Update: March 7, 2010

The Lenape Nation of Pennsylvannia now has a Cultural Center and Office in the historic Bachmann House in Easton Pa.  The building was recently purchased from the city by the Northampton County Historical Society, who has given the Lenape Nation unlimited access to the building for Councils, meetings, ceremonies, and other activities.  The Nation office and Cultural Center is located on the second floor.  The Nation will set up a library for research and an audio visual display.  There will also be an artifact display and trading post as well as cultural and educational programming.  The Cultural center will open officially this summer in conjunction with the opening of the permanent Lenape exhibit in the new NCHGS Museum.  The Lenape Nation is co-curating the exhibit, which will be essentially an extension of the Cultural Center.  Continue to check our website for updates and program schedule.

Environmental Issues and Concerns

Shelley DePaul, Director of the Language Program for the Lenape Nation of PA, and Lenape Language Instructor at Swarthmore College, receives NEH Fellowship Award

Ms. DePaul's Lenape Language Project, is listed under the category of Documenting Endangered Languages, and extends for a 12 month term. The funding will support research, development of a variety of language resources, and Lenape language revitalization efforts.

The fellowship program is one of the most competitive funded by the NEH, with grants going to one in 10 applicants, according to NEH spokesman Jim Turner. "It's definitely a great honor to get an NEH fellowship."

The National Endowment for the Humanities, a federal agency in Washington, D.C., annually offers Fellowships, which provide financial support for faculty and independent scholars who wish to pursue scholarly research projects in the humanities.

Projects entail advanced research that is of value to humanities scholars, general audiences, or both. The awards support six to twelve months of full-time work and carry a stipend of $4,200 per month.

Recipients usually produce articles, monographs, books, digital materials, archaeological site reports, translations, editions, and other scholarly tools.

2010 SIGNING OF THE TREATY OF RENEWED FRIENDSHIP AT PENN MUSEUM

The 2010 Treaty Signing will take place at the Penn Museum
University of Pennsylvania.
Date: August 21st, 2010
Time: Gather at noon, ceremony begins at 1:00, ends at 4:30
Feast will be potluck. Please bring a dish to share!
The event will include invited speakers, the formal signing of the treaty, the passing of the wampum to Penn Museum,
as well as drumming and musical performances by Native American musicians. Detailed agenda to be published soon!

Since the opening of the exhibit at Penn in 2008, over 1400 people have shown their support of the Treaty by submitting their signatures at the exhibit. We are grateful for such an enthusiatic show of support!

Those people who are committed to being formal Treaty Signers, Please fill out and return the form below.

2010 Treaty of Renewed Friendship

Once we receive this form, you will be formally added to the Treaty. 2010 Treaty signers will be ackneledged at the Traty signing on August 21st, and are liste below as well under "2010 Treaty Signers".

The treaty can also be signed on Penns website:
http://www.penn.museum/sites/fap/treaty.shtml

Wanishi for your friendship and support!

Representatives From Lenape Communities Meet at Swarthmore College for Second Lenape Language Conference

VISIT THE EXHIBIT
Due to the popularity of this exhibit, it will run for an extended period of time until JULY 11th 2010.

Endangered Languages Conference at Penn

Lenape Applaud State Board on Black Creek Decision

Chief Chuck Gentlemoon Blessing: University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology

Ann Dapice Addresses the Association of Native Alumni: University of Pennsylvania

White Dog Cafe

On November 19 th , 2006, the Lenape Nation was honored to have been invited to attend the White Dog Cafe's
annual Thanksgiving Dinner. We were equally honored to formally welcome guest speaker John Mohawk, a Seneca
Native from New York. John teaches at the University of Buffalo. The food was excellent and was followed by a
fascinating presentation by John Mohawk regarding the first Thanksgiving, traditional foods, the importance of
organic foods and the effects of globalization upon tribal communities around the world. A new book has been
released entitled “Paradigm Wars: Indigenous People‘s Resistance to Globalization ”. This book interviews
Native people inhabiting areas from the Rainforests of Brazil to New York State, and is available at the White Dog.
The Lenape Nation sends a special thanks to Judy Wicks, owner of the White Dog, for signing our 2006
Treaty of Renewed Brotherhood, for her vision, her life's work and her ongoing support.

To order the book and/or enjoy fine cuisine contact: (215)386-9224, www.whitedog.com

ANNUAL HERITAGE FESTIVAL Welcomes the Lenape Nation

Sunday, October 8, 2006 ... 12:30-4:00PM; Dey Farm Historic Site, Federal Road near Applegarth; Sponsored by the Monroe Township Historic Preservation Commission

1:00 Welcoming Ceremony by Chief Chuck Gentle Moon

1:30 Traditional Drumming and Dance demonstration

2:00 Storytelling

2:30 Presentations: "Lenape Views on Brainerd's Teachings" and "Projects and goals of the Lenape Nation".

3:00 Traditional Drumming and Dance demonstration

4:00 Native American Musical Performance

FREE ADMISSION...for more information, call: 732-521-4400, mailbox 100

9th ANNUAL LENAPE NATION POW WOW

September 23rd and 24th, 2006. Bingham Park, Hawley, PA. Gates open at 10:00 AM. Grand Entry at Noon. Come enjoy Native American dancing, drumming, singing, storytelling, arts, crafts and food. Drums - Lead drum: Red Hawk Singers. Invited drums Ywhia Gunahita, Red Storm, Seven Cedars, Itchy Dog. Dancers - Lead man: Bart Standing Elk. Lead woman: Pacadaossay Beer. Lead Veteran - Dennis Wagner. EMCEE - Jim Augustine. Saturday evening special performance by Jim Beer and Friends. Admission - Adults - $5.00, Seniors - $3.00, Children 6-12 - $3.00, Children 5 and under - free. The Lenape Nation Welcomes You! All Proceeds benefit Lenape Nation educational and agricultural programs. For additional information call (215)257-0389

Directions From New York City

Cross George Washington Bridge to I-80. Continue West on I-80 through New Jersey. Off Rt. 80; take exit 34B (Rt. 15 North). Rt. 15 North becomes Rt. 206 North. Stay on Rt. 206 North crossing over the Delaware River into Pennsylvania (making a right onto Rt. 6 West) Stay on Route 6 West approximately 40 minutes to the town of Hawley. Bingham Park is located at the end of town on the right hand side.

Directions From New England Area

West on I-84 to Exit 26 in Pennsylvania, Promised Land. Travel North on Route 390 approximately about 10-12 minutes to Rt. 507 North. Make a right turn onto Rt. 507 North. Travel 507 North until you reach a stop light. At light, turn left onto Rt. 6 West traveling approximately 10 minutes to the town of Hawley. Bingham Park is located at the end of town on the right hand side.

Directions From Philadelphia

Northeast Extension (Route 476) of Pennsylvania Turnpike to Lehigh Valley, Exit 56 Allentown-Bethlehem. East on Route 22 for 17 miles to Route 33. Travel Rt 33 North merging onto I-80 East (Pocono Mts) Continue on I-80/US 209 North to Exit 309 (Marshalls Creek). Take 209 North to Rt. 402 North. Turn left onto Rt. 6 West traveling approximately 15 minutes to the town of Hawley. Bingham Park is located at the end of town on the right hand side.

...the river itself is one long endless song...

2006 Itinerary - Subject to daily changes

If you would like to use our morning shuttle service be on site by 8AM! 

Thursday August 3

Camping on private property. 8 Cottage St. long Eddy. Directions: Rt.97 North through Calicoon, about 9 miles to Long Eddy. Come into Long Eddy and make a left at the Sportsman Bar towards the river. Cross railroad tracks and make a left. Proceed down lane about 1 yards. Contact # 845-887-4493. Arrival - After 3 PM. NEEDS - Please bring some food to contribute to our dinner for the evening. Chili and salad will be provided. We will also need breakfast food for everyone! Water bottles are always welcome!

"Special Thanks" to Don and Edie Downes! Wanishi!  

Friday August 4

Morning Ceremonies by Chief Chuck Gentlemoon. Depart from Hancock Fireman's field at 9AM. Travel 8 miles to Equinunk Historical Society for lunch. Travel 14 miles to just north of Callicoon. Details TBA. Contact # 570-698-6173. This will be a long day on the river. Please be prepared.

"Special Thanks" to Katherine Dodge and Pete Snyder! Wanishi!

Saturday August 5

Travel 10 miles to Skinners Fall. Camping on private property. 840 River Road., Milanville PA. Contact # 570-729-7053. Arrival - 4PM. Saturday evening we will enjoy a private gathering with a number of environmental groups, including the Delaware Highlands Conservancy, the N.E.P.A Audubon and the Audubon Center for Creative Cooperation. Dinner will be provided. Feel free to bring a dish along.

"Special Thanks" to Barbara Yeaman, Virginia Kennedy, Sue Currier, Barbara Leo and all other volunteers! Wanishi!

Sunday August 6

Travel 4 miles to Fort Delaware Museum for brunch and a tour of the museum. Travel 14 miles to Minisink Ford. Camping at Minisink Campground/Landers River Rafting, 3909 State Route 97. Meal to be provided by Upper Delaware Council

"Special Thanks to Rick Lander, Sandra Shultz, and Linda Dexter! Wanishi!

Monday August 7

TBA. Approx 20 miles.

We are currently seeking a place for campers in close proximity to the Sparrowbush Access Area. Please contact our office at (215)257-0389 if you have any information.

Tuesday August 8

Travel 16 miles to Namanock Island. Camping in National Park Service Territory. Dinner will be what we pull out of our packs!

Wednesday August 9

Travel 10 miles to Eshback Access. Camping in National Park Service Territory. Dinner provided by Perry Gower and Phoenix Gifts.

"Special Thanks" to Tri-State Unity Coalition and Phoenix Gifts. Wanishi!

Thursday August 10

Travel 16 miles to Worthington State Forest. (908)841-9575. Dinner will be provided by "Pack Shack Adventures", Delaware Water Gap, PA.

"Special Thanks" to John Greene! Wanishi!

Friday August 11

Travel 14 miles to private property between Belvidere and Macks Island.

SPECIAL EVENT - FRIDAY EVENING STOMP DANCE CEREMONY

All are welcome to attend. If you plan on driving to this stop and joining in here, please bring a dish to add to the potluck dinner. Bring folding chairs if you do not want to sit on the ground.

Arrival - after 3 PM  

Things to keep in mind if you would like to take part in the dancing for this evening: 

--no alcohol for 4 days prior

-- No recreational drugs for 4 days prior

--Do not kill for 4 days prior (animals, fish)

--Ladies wear long skirts during the dance

--Men wear long pants during the dance  

A special "Wanishi!" to the Yvwiya Gunahita Community! Skee!

Saturday August 12

Travel 16 miles to Easton Camping at Scott Park. Located at the "Forks" of the river where the Lehigh and the Delaware join together. A community pot luck dinner will be provided focusing on traditional foods of this area. Members of the Easton Town Council as well as Committee members from the Lenape Memorial project will be contributing to the pot luck. A presentation will be given on the vision of the Lenape Memorial project. If the weather permits we will enjoy music with Jim Beer.

"Special Thanks" to the Easton Council, Bill Mineo, Tracy Black and Mayor Phil Mitman. Wanishi!

Sunday August 13

Travel 10 miles to Riegelsville area. Details TBA

Monday August 14

Travel 14 miles to Point Pleasant. Camping at Tohickon Park. Shuttle bus will provide transportation to the campground. We have no meal plans yet for this stop.

"Special Thanks" to Suzanne Forbes. Wanishi!

Tuesday August 15

Travel approx 18 miles. We are currently seeking a campsite between Washington's Crossing State Park and Yardley. Details TBA. Dinner to be provided by the Pennsbury Boy Scouts of America/Scouts and Ventures.

Wednesday August 16

Travel approx. 15 miles to Pennsbury Manor. Ending Ceremony. We invite all River Sojourners to attend.

Friday August 18

This is a day off the river to prepare for the Treaty Signing Celebration at Pennsbury Manor. If you would like to volunteer for this day, Contact our office at 215-257-0389. Arrival - After 11AM. Pennsbury Manor - 215-946-0400.

This website will be updated daily, before and during the

"Rising Nation River Journey 2006"

Please check for changes before you head out to the river!

Call the following alternative phone numbers for additional information during the River Journey: 215-932-4903, 215-272-2617, 570-460-3199

For additional information or questions contact

Lenape Nation Council @ 215-257-0389

Thank you for making the journey with us!

" Making a difference for today, Making a difference for GOOD"

THE LENAPE NATION WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING ORGANIZATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS FOR SPONSORING THIS YEAR'S

RIVER JOURNEY:

Judy Wicks - White Dog Cafe

David Hess - Former Secretary for the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Pennsbury Manor

John James Audubon Center

Cecilian Center for Earth, Arts and Spirit

First Student Inc.

Richard McNutt

Suzanne Forbes

Marion Kyde

THE LENAPE NATION WOULD LIKE TO ACKNOWLEDGE AND THANK THE FOLLOWING ORGANIZATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS FOR THEIR "OUTSTANDING SUPPORT" OF THE 2006 RISING NATION RIVER JOURNEY:

Virginia Kennedy

Marianne Barbaro

Al Nelson

Delaware Highlands Conservancy

Andy Smith, Central Baptist Church from Wayne PA

Buck County Native American Alliance

David Tersenson, Door to Door Organics

PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE "SHELLFISH MOON" SPRING SOCIAL
The Lenape Nation Sik'on (Spring) Celebration!

WHEN- APRIL 1, 2006
WHERE- GROVER CLEVLAND HALL, BETHLEHEM, PA
TIME- 4:30 PM - 10 PM (Dinner at 6:00 PM
COST- $20.00 (in advance) & $25.00 (at door*)
WHY- Fundraising Event for Our Land and Future Cultural Events
*Note: Only if tickets remain after advanced sales.

Enjoy Dinner (in honor of the "shellfish moon"), Silent Auction, Music (Jim Beer), Native Art and Craft Items (Lenape Nation Artists), Traditional Dancing & Drumming

TICKETS ARE LIMITED AND WILL BE SOLD ON A FIRST COME AND FIRST SERVE BASIS!

We are also looking for volunteers for a number of important tasks (e.g., cooking native dishes, donating items for a silent auction).
Please let us know if you would like to help!

Call Suzanne Forbes (Fundraising Committee) at (215) 230-9549 for more information.

APRIL 26, 2006
Lenape Nation: A Living History, Teachings From the Turtle Clan at the University of Pennsylvania.
Speaker: Chief Chuck Gentlemoon DeMund
Contact: Lisa Bouillion lmb@gse.upenn.edu


APRIL 29, 2006
7th Annual 7 Generations Festival at East Stroudsburg University
Rain or shine. Good weather site: corner of Normal and knapp.
Inclement weather site: Keystone Room.
Noon to 5 P.M. Free Admission
M.C.: Chief Chuck Gentlemoon DeMund, Lead Female Dancer: Pacodoassay,
Lead Male Dancer: Terry Strongheart, Host Drum: Seven Cedars Drum,
Guest Drum: Yvwiya Gunahita Drum, Music by Jim Beer,
Vendors with Native American made jewelry, crafts and goods!
For directions and more information contact
Lesilee Antonette (570)422-3675
Lesilee.Antonette@po-box.esu.edu

APRIL 23 2005
Native American Heritage Day
Dancing, drumming, crafts, food
Graeme Park, 859 County Line Rd, Horsham Pa
From 12-5

APRIL 30 2005
East Stroudsburg University proudly presents
7 Generations American Indian Festival
From 12-5
Dancing - Drumming - Crafts - Food
Live musical Performance by Jim Beer
This years event will be held on the corner of Knapp and Normal streets.
Contact - Lesliee.Antonette@po-box.esu.edu
Or call 570 422 3675


MAY 7-8 , 2005
25th Year Anniversary!
Time of Corn Planting Festival
At the LENAPE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Allentown Pa
Live Musical Performance by "UNAMI"! (both days)

Come and learn about the indigenous people and culture of Pennsylvania! Enjoy drumming and dancing, crafts and games for the children, arts and crafts, a petting zoo and good food!
Contact 610 797 2121

Ju ne 9 - 11, 2005
University of Pennsylvania Schools of Nursing and Medicine and The Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania
Summit on American Indian Health Care

Bridging the Cultural Canyon:
Reducing Health Inequities for American Indians


June 9 - 11, 2005
University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archeology and Anthropology
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The University of Pennsylvania presents its first summit on American Indian Health Care entitled Bridging the Cultural Canyon: Strategies to Reduce Health Inequities for American Indians. Scheduled for June 9 - 11, 2005, the Schools of Medicine and Nursing will co-sponsor this interdisciplinary event.

The summit will be held in the historic city of Philadelphia with its many symbols of freedom and 'firsts' in America-Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Betsy Ross House, the new National Constitutional Center and the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Anthropology and Archeology . Philadelphia is also the epicenter for multifaceted activities of Eastern Urban Native American tribal groups which are dispersed throughout the Delaware Valley area. Historically rooted in Penn's history, the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania will serve as the tribal co-host for this event in order to facilitate a culturally rich experience for program participants.

Summit Purpose:
To advance knowledge about the interface of 'dominant western health care'
and indigenous health traditions of American Indians with emphasis on three
major problems - obesity, diabetes and violence
Contact: rwatts@nursing.upenn.edu


Sept. 24-25
8th Annual Lenape Tears Pow Wow
"The Root of Pennsylvania"

This Years Pow-Wow has been cancelled.
Next years Pow-Wow will be at a new location to be announced.