Service Description:
“Weaving Indigenous History and Practice” – Thomas “Spirit Tree” Green
Thomas Green, a descendent of the Neponsett band of Massachusett and a steward of Massachusetts indigenous history, will offer a live oration focused on pre-colonial and colonial interactions with the indigenous Massachusett, their relationship to the land, their generational leadership, and the plight of the enduring Massachusett who gathered at the praying town of Ponkapoag. This service will be presented in a modified format to maximize our time to hear from Thomas.
Speaker Bio:
Thomas “Spirit Tree” Green is Vice President of the Massachusett Tribe. He is a Tribal Council Member and Chairman of the tribe’s History Preservation Committee. He is an Indigenous artist focused on quahog shell, seed bead jewelry and traditional indigenous regalia. Mr. Green is also an Indigenous Culture Steward/ Educator/Consultant and Cultural interpreter specializing in the indigenous history of Massachusetts and indigenous land acknowledgments.
NOTE: This service will meet in person and also be broadcast on Zoom. Facemasks are currently optional in the First Parish Stoughton building. For the health of all in our community, please attend online if you are ill.
Zoom Information:
Join Zoom Meeting (online – computer, tablet, smartphone): https://zoom.us/j/92038383446
Dial In Phone Number: (646) 931-3860 (audio only, no video)
Meeting ID: 920-3838-3446
THIS ZOOM MEETING HAS A WAITING ROOM so please be sure your Zoom name is clear.
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Topics: Anti-Racism