Akwesasne Culture and Traditions

Akwesasne Mohawk people are part of the Haudenosaunee, which means the “people of the longhouse” or “people who build a house.” The Haudenosaunee are often referred to as the six nations of the [...]

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Thanksgiving Address

“We who have gathered together are responsible that our cycle continues. We have been given the duty to live in harmony with one another and other living things.” These are the opening words [...]

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Akwesasne Military Service and Veterans

The Akwesasne Mohawk community has had a long history of military service. For hundreds of years, this thriving Mohawk nation and its people have made the sacrifice of their sons and daughters to [...]

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When The Maple Sap Flows

In the spring, you can often spot white smoke billowing out of homes around Akwesasne. This is when wah:ta oh:ses (maple sap) flows and it’s to make maple syrup. The spring season is here and it [...]

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Living Off The Land

For centuries Mohawks have lived in harmony with mother nature and lived off the land. We were hunters, gatherers, trappers, fishermen, and farmers. According to the Akwesasne Cultural [...]

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