Indigenous Knowledge in the Adirondacks | Adirondacks for All

Explore the past and present of Indigenous people in the Adirondacks, a region residing on the traditional territory of the Kanienkehaka (Mohawk) people, part of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. Inhabiting the Adirondacks for generations, the Mohawk engaged in fishing, hunting, and resource gathering, forming a connection between the land and their communities. Despite the impact of the Revolutionary War and subsequent dispossession, the Mohawk’s link to their ancestral land persists. Students will delve into the history of Indigenous communities in the Adirondacks and explore contemporary advocacy for environmental justice, fostering discussions on environmentalism, climate change, and the importance of diverse perspectives in shaping a sustainable future.