Speaker: Jacob Clark

Program: Jake Clark will share his learning and knowledge related to European land acquisition on Turtle Island. From first contact with the Dutch to how local residents in East Aurora hold Deeds most likely starting with a Dutchman named Wilhelm Willink or one of his partners. Jake will share an overview of Wampum, Treaties, and Sovereignty.

Jake is Bear Clan and a proud member of the Tonawanda Seneca Nation. He resides in East Aurora with his family and uses his gift of creativity in all aspects of his life. This includes assisting in the design of the Indigenous Cultural Garden and liaising with other Indigenous people on Native content and storytelling.