Lenape Legacy: History, Heritage, and Cultural Continuance

The Museum of the American Revolution is proud to welcome Jeremy Johnson, the Cultural Education Director of the Delaware Tribe of Indians, for a workshop featuring the history and ongoing legacy of the Lenape people. This event offers an in-depth exploration of the Lenape people's history and heritage, tracing their roots from ancient times to the present. Participants will examine the cultural practices, traditions, and beliefs that have shaped the Lenape community over centuries, emphasizing their resilience and enduring connection to the land. Through historical narratives and cultural reflections, this session will highlight the significance of preserving and honoring the Lenape heritage in addition to how these historical and cultural foundations continue to influence and sustain the Lenape people today.

Jeremy is the Cultural Education Director of the Delaware Tribe of Indians based in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. He is Lenape, Absentee Shawnee and Peoria. Before his current role, he served as Assistant Chief of the Delaware Tribe. Jeremy is a lifelong educator who worked for over 18 years as a middle school and high school English teacher and coach. He is committed to preserving and revitalizing Lenape culture and language for the future generations of his tribe.