Celebrating History, Community and Land at Wampanoag Powwow
Dejanna Gentry, 6, arrives in style.
Dejanna Gentry, 6, arrives in style.
James Hackenson and Jonathan James Perry of Aquinnah tribe provided the music for traditional dances.
James Hackenson and Jonathan James Perry of Aquinnah tribe provided the music for traditional dances.
Once the grand ceremony was over, it was time for dancing.
Once the grand ceremony was over, it was time for dancing.
Participating in an inter-tribal exhibition dance.
Participating in an inter-tribal exhibition dance.
Vendors sold food, crafts and clothing.
Vendors sold food, crafts and clothing.
While photos were not allowed during the beginning of the ceremony, phones and cameras came out once it ended.
While photos were not allowed during the beginning of the ceremony, phones and cameras came out once it ended.
Leah Hopkins of North Providence.
Leah Hopkins of North Providence.
The theme of this year's powwow was "Our Land is Sacred."
The theme of this year's powwow was "Our Land is Sacred."
The Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) celebrated its 11th annual powwow this weekend at the Aquinnah circle. The powwow is a celebration of community, history, and tradition, as members of the Wampanoag tribe and guests celebrate with song, dance, and fellowship. This year's theme was "Our Land is Sacred."