Recognizing the Indigenous People of New Jersey

October 14, 2024

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Recognizing the Indigenous People of New Jersey

The State of New Jersey has identified these Indigenous tribes:

  • Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape
  • Powhatan Renape Nation
  • Ramapough Lenape Indian Nation (also known as Ramapough Mountain Indians)
  • Inter-Tribal American Indians of New Jersey

Learn more about these people HERE

In every corner of the state, agencies and archeologists seek information on the first communities to live here. 

From Rutgers University, we share Unearthing the History of New Jersey’s Indigenous People: Rutgers–Camden professor discusses her work at an archeological dig of the Lenni Lenape tribe By Caroline Brobeil | October 9, 2023

New Jersey has a variety of resources for indigenous people and education resources for all. You can learn more HERE

The 100th Anniversary of the Indian Citizenship Act of 1924

In honor of the 100th anniversary of the Indian Citizenship Act of 1924, the State of New Jersey is sharing this short movie from the New Jersey Conservation Foundation about the perils to our planet and the rematriation of lands to local indigenous people.

Nature for all(short movie)

“In honor of the 100th anniversary of the Indian Citizenship Act. This short movie from the New Jersey Conservation Foundation, a work of art by Sourland Studios, beautifully captures this inspiring message of the perils of our planet and the significance of the rematriation movement. It is an inspiring story of the partnership that led to the Cohanzick Nature Reserve. The rematriation of lands to local Indigenous people, a significant pillar of the rematriation movement, is crucial for protecting our cultural heritage, preserving traditional knowledge, and fostering environmental sacred symbiosis rooted in centuries-old practices. The rematriation of the Cohanzick Nature Reserve marks a significant step in a nationwide movement, and how our collaborative efforts by the Native American Advancement Corporation (NAAC), New Jersey Conservation Foundation, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) Green Acres Program, and The Nature Conservancy, can heal historical injustices. Acquired in August 2023, this 63-acre forested property in New Jersey returns to the Cohanzick Lenape people, the land’s original inhabitants. This initiative honors our enduring connection to the land. It sets a precedent for similar efforts across the country, highlighting the importance of such partnerships in promoting social justice and sacred environmental symbiosis. We at NAAC will be forever grateful for these partnerships, the gift from the Creator, and the promise we keep for those of the next seven generations.”

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