Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation

Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation This is the official government page for the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation. Likewise, the Tribe provides generous support to local nonprofit organizations.

The Mashantucket Pequots are a native Algonquin people, located in southeastern Connecticut, who endured centuries of conflict, survival, and continuity on and around one of North America’s oldest Indian reservations (Est. 1666). In 1637, the Pequots became the first native people to survive a genocidal massacre at the hands of European colonists, in what would become the continental United States

. Pequot history is an unprecedented story of redemption and restoration, which today, is showcased at the Tribe’s world-class Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center (www.pequotmuseum.org). Today, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation owns and operates one of the largest and most successful resort casinos in North America—Foxwoods Resort Casino (www.foxwoods.com)—along with a variety of other enterprises, including the Lake of Isles Golf Course (www.lakeofisles.com); Pequot Pharmaceutical Network (www.prxn.com), and the Spa at Norwich Inn (www.thespaatnorwichinn.com). All together, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation remains one of the State of Connecticut’s highest tax payers and largest employers, and has contributed more than $3 billion to Connecticut through a first-of-its-kind, tribal gaming revenue-sharing agreement, enacted in 1993.

Happy first day of Neepun, our Pequot word for Summer! ☀️
06/21/2026

Happy first day of Neepun, our Pequot word for Summer! ☀️

Today, we celebrate a day of deep significance, marking the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the U.S. Junet...
06/19/2026

Today, we celebrate a day of deep significance, marking the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the U.S. Juneteenth honors the enduring pursuit of freedom, justice, and equality.
As a Tribal Nation with our own history of perseverance through displacement, oppression, and systemic injustice, we recognize and honor the shared strength between our communities. The histories of Mashantucket Pequot people and African Americans are deeply interconnected, shaped by generations of resilience and survival in the face of hardship.
Many Mashantucket Pequot families today carry both Native and African American heritage within their histories, reflecting generations of shared histories. Juneteenth is an opportunity to honor those who came before us, and reaffirm our commitment to unity, respect, and community for generations to come.

In the Pequot language, sun is Neepawuhs. The sun has long been a guide through the seasons, marking time, growth, and t...
06/17/2026

In the Pequot language, sun is Neepawuhs. The sun has long been a guide through the seasons, marking time, growth, and the rhythms of daily life for all people.
To learn more Pequot language terms, follow the MPTN Language Department’s account, Uyôtuwash and join us in supporting the revitalization of our language.

On Tuesday, June 9, Chairman Rodney Butler, in his capacity as President of NAFOA, testified in Washington, DC before th...
06/12/2026

On Tuesday, June 9, Chairman Rodney Butler, in his capacity as President of NAFOA, testified in Washington, DC before the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs in support of H.R. 8854, the Tribal Regulatory Reform Implementation Act of 2026.
The legislation was recently introduced by subcommittee Chairman Jeff Hurd (R-CO). It would update the Indian Tribal Regulatory Reform and Business Development Act of 2000 by transferring certain administrative responsibilities for implementing the law to the Secretary of Interior, to improve efficiency and program delivery.
The Act passed in 2000 was intended to identify and eliminate barriers in federal law that restrict investment and economic development on Indian lands. Chairman Butler’s testimony emphasized the importance of respecting Tribal sovereignty and ensuring the direct inclusion of Tribal leaders in any efforts to expand access to capital, resources, and opportunities aimed at supporting Native communities.

🪶Tribal Member Spotlight🪶Joshua Minnis is a proud enrolled Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Member who has been working at Cam...
06/11/2026

🪶Tribal Member Spotlight🪶
Joshua Minnis is a proud enrolled Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Member who has been working at Camp Harkness in Waterford since 2023 through The Arc Eastern Connecticut. Joshua works hard caring for the camp by cleaning cabins and maintaining the grounds, and says he truly loves going to work each day.
Outside of work, Joshua enjoys listening to music, bowling, attending concerts, going to the movies and baseball games, and spending time outdoors. He is especially proud to be a brother and uncle to his niece, Mari, and values the time he spends with his family.
We are proud to highlight Joshua and the positivity, dedication, and joy he brings to both his work and community.

06/04/2026

Our 18th Annual Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day brought families together for a day of fun, connection, and support. Thank you to everyone who joined us in helping raise awareness and promote the well-being of our children and community.

06/02/2026

“It’s been decades of work and preparation and planning from all of our tribal elders and all of the women who have been health directors in the past and have worked on this initiative.”

Councilor Scott reflects on the many Tribal Members that have led to the Pequot Wellness Center groundbreaking, which took place last month.

Look up! 🌕 Tonight in the sky is the Strawberry Moon. The first berry of the season in Mashantucket, strawberries truly ...
05/31/2026

Look up! 🌕 Tonight in the sky is the Strawberry Moon. The first berry of the season in Mashantucket, strawberries truly kick off the start of summer.

05/27/2026

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Long before the founding of the United States, our people endured one of the darkest chapters in Indigenous history.Foll...
05/26/2026

Long before the founding of the United States, our people endured one of the darkest chapters in Indigenous history.

Following the Pequot War and the devastation of 1637, surviving Pequots faced displacement, enslavement, and an intentional effort to erase our identity, culture, and existence. Even after being declared “extinct” by colonial powers, we remained. Through our resilience, we persevered.

In 1666, our Mashantucket reservation was established and it continues to stand today as the longest continually occupied Indian reservation in North America.

Our story did not end in 1637.

We are still here.

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P. O. Box 3060
Mashantucket, CT
06339

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+18603128000

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