Shinnecock Indian Nation

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The Shinnecock tribe, with a rich history spanning over 10,000 years along eastern Long Island, excelled as hunter-gatherers and whalers, initially navigating the Atlantic in dugout canoes. Renowned for their exquisite wampum craftsmanship, they faced challenges from settlers and land deals that reduced their territory since the 1500s. Despite these adversities and the wealth of neighboring communities, the Shinnecock continue to thrive as a federally recognized tribe with over 1,500 members, governed by a council of trustees.