Brittney Peauwe Wunnepog Walley to discuss history and culture through weaving

The Upton Historical Society will present “Indigenous Past, Present, and Future” on Fri., Nov. 6, at 6:30 p.m. at the Upton Community Center. The program is free and open to the public. 

The evening will explore the history and continuing presence of Native Americans in Upton and Central Massachusetts, with a particular focus on the Nipmuc and Algonquin peoples. The program will look beyond the distant past to consider the enduring presence, experiences, traditions, and future of Indigenous communities in our region.

Featured speaker Brittney Peauwe Wunnepog Walley, a Nipmuc artist and historian, will share her perspective on Indigenous history and culture through the tradition of weaving. For Walley, weaving is more than an art form, it is an ontology, a living worldview that connects fiber arts with ancestors, the land, and future generations. Her twined baskets serve as powerful records of historical resilience, carrying stories of Indigenous survival and resistance in New England. Through her artwork and storytelling, Walley offers an opportunity to better understand the deep connections between Indigenous people, place, history, and cultural traditions.

The Upton Historical Society invites residents to join this special program and learn more about the Indigenous history of our community and Central Massachusetts.