Rhode Island
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3 directory entries · Research in progress
- NarragansettHistorical and continuing homeland connection
Connection & source
Historical and continuing homeland connectionTribal history identifies Rhode Island homelands and continuing reservation connection; no archaeological age claim imported.
Historical and continuing; inspected 2026-10-21. Reviewed 2026-10-21.
Read the supporting source ↗ - PokanoketHistorical and contemporary community linked place
Connection & source
Historical and contemporary community linked placeThe University’s dated account describes a transfer in Bristol, Rhode Island, to a preservation trust established by Pokanoket people and identifies the place’s historical significance. This establishes a Rhode Island connection, not a judgment of exclusive representation or ownership throughout the state. Inspection: Actual opening report and historical context, lines 25–31. No assumption that later planned phases, museum moves or acreage transfers were completed.
Bristol land transfer reported November 15, 2024. Reviewed 2026-10-21.
Read the supporting source ↗ - WampanoagHistorical regional homeland connection
Connection & source
Historical regional homeland connectionAbout Our Tribe passage explicitly identifies eastern Rhode Island; no claim to the whole state.
Historical; undated community introduction. Reviewed 2026-10-21.
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