Videos

Sunrise Service:

a commemorative video released on the 400th anniversary of the First Encounter (20 min.)

Led by Nauset Interfaith Association, the year of commemoration ended as it began, on the beach with the First Encounter origin story.  The service, which includes prayers and music from Christian, Jewish, and Wampanoag traditions, was filmed at First Encounter Beach on December 8, 2019 and released on YouTube on December 8, 2020.

Eastham 400: Our History Restored:

a commemorative video released on the 400th anniversary of the First Encounter (55 min.)

This film serves as a compilation of the Eastham 400 Commemoration program talking points and highlights.  Hosted by Chair Jim Russo and offering a variety of perspectives, the film focuses on both local history and its meanings for today.  The world premiere of this film took place on December 8, 2020, and it is now available online.

Eastham 400: A Community Discussion:

a community Zoom discussion recorded on the 400th anniversary of the First Encounter (45 min.)

This video was recorded via Zoom on December 8, 2020. The town of Eastham presents the Proclamation for Tribal Rights in Eastham for the Wampanoag Nation. The discussion is then opened to the community, reflecting on Eastham 400 events and the film Eastham 400: Our History Restored.

The First Encounter at Eastham – The Story Retold:

a virtual talk given by Dr. Ian Saxine and produced by Eastham Public Library (1 hour)

Author, historian, and educator Dr. Ian Saxine discusses “The First Encounter at Eastham – The Story Retold” in a Zoom presentation hosted by Eastham Public Library on December 6, 2020.

Thirteen Moons: A Meditation on Indigenous Life:

a virtual program with artist Robert Peters; video produced by Eastham Public Library (1 hour 15 min.)

This meditation, led by Wampanoag Robert Peters was presented as a virtual talk for Eastham Public Library on December 21, 2020.  The meditation features music, art, poetry, and essays and was originally led via Zoom.

The Story of the ‘First Encounter’ at Nauset:

a WCAI radio show hosted by Mindy Todd on The Point (50 minutes; audio only)

On The Point, historian and author Ian Saxine talks about “The Story of the ‘First Encounter’ At Nauset“, his new book about events before, during, and after colonists and indigenous people meet in 1620. Joining him in a discussion about what shapes historical narratives and how myths are created and perpetuated are Paula Peters, a member of the Wampanoag Tribe, and Tom Ryan, vice chair of the Town of Eastham’s 400 Commemoration Committee. Mindy Todd hosts.  (Click the image to access the audio recording.)

Spirit Run: a WCAI radio show hosted by Mindy Todd on The Point (50 minutes; audio only)

On The Point, an interview with Noé Álvarez, author of “Spirit Run: a 6,000 Mile Marathon Through North America’s Stolen Land.”  As a teenager, Álvarez (a Latino) joined a Native American movement that organized marathons to renew cultural connections across North America. Telling their stories alongside his own, Álvarez writes about a journey that pushed him to his limits – not only overcoming hunger, thirst, and fear but also asserting Indigenous and working-class humanity. Running through mountains, deserts, and cities, and through the Mexican territory his parents left behind, Álvarez forges a new relationship with the land, carrying with him the dream of a liberated future. (Click the image to access the audio recording.)

Encounters Before the First Encounter:

a presentation given by Dr. Kathleen Bradgon and recorded by Mike Caliri

Dr. Kathleen Bragdon, author of “Native People of Southern New England, 1500-1650” presents on the many visitors that local Native Americans encountered before 1620.  The video was recorded at the Salt Pond Visitors Center (Cape Cod National Seashore) on September 15, 2019.