2024 Munsee Delaware Story Evening - Indigenous Language Revitalization

Immerse yourself in a captivating 59-minute video featuring the 3rd Annual Munsee Delaware Story Evening, titled "NEEKAAWA KIHTAACHIIMUWAK WULAAKWUNUWII" (This Evening They Tell Stories). Experience a rich cultural exchange as community members from Munsee-Delaware Nation, Eelunaapeewi Lahkeewiit, and Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohicans share traditional stories in both Munsee (Lunaape) and English languages. Discover three enchanting tales: "First Kiss of Snow," "Keenaamhaaláawuna Kiisheelumúkweengw," and "Éenda Pūmchéhlayeengw Lakehead Shkoolíikaan," presented by Ian McCallum, Velma Noah Nicholas, Kristin Jacobs, and Molly Miller. Gain insights into the storytelling process, translation efforts, and artistic interpretations by Ella Johnston. Learn about the importance of this event in Indigenous language revitalization initiatives and its connection to the Munsee Delaware Language History and Culture Group. Explore the support provided by FNCCEC and Canadian Heritage, and find out how to access additional Lunaape language resources and cultural history information through the Institute for Advanced Study's website.