Original Native New Yorkers: The Weequaskeck Nation of the Bronx

Professor Evan Pritchard, Director of the Center for Algonquin Culture and author of Native New Yorkers and dozens of other books, will give a talk on the original inhabitants of Wave Hill, the Weequaskeck and other nations of the Wappingers Commonwealth. Tying together colonial records, treaties, linguistics, archaeology, and oral tradition, Evan will attempt to paint a picture of what life in Riverdale and the surrounding areas was like before Henry Hudson’s visit in 1609. This talk will also highlight several Saunksquas, or lady chieftains, from the region: Mama Nuchwe, Awashonks, Quashawan, Nipapoa, Puhketay, Kochkotee, Annetie Pownocke, Lyssie, and Wastowanncett. Recommended for ages 12 and above; children must be accompanied by an adult. 

Registration encouraged. 

Questions? Contact us by emailing information@wavehill.org or calling 718.549.3200 x251. 

Wave Hill House and Armor Hall are wheelchair-accessible. There is an accessible, ground-level entrance at the front of the building with a power-assist door. The restroom on the ground level is all-gender and ADA-compliant. Additional ADA-compliant restrooms are available on the lower level, which can be accessed by elevator.