"Mandush, Shinnecock Sachem of the 17th Century"

"Mandush, Shinnecock Sachem of the 17th Century"

Thanks to the work of Indigenous historians, knowledge keepers, and artists we can understand the connection between past and present as a catalyst towards a liberated Indigenous future. The names of Dutch colonists are familiar to many of us, but Mandush, whose name appears twice on land deeds pertaining to Southampton, is a more obscured person. What sacrifices did he make to protect his people? What decisions did he mull over in negotiations with the colonists? Learn more.

Martine, David Bunn (Shinnecock, Montauk, Chiricahua Ft. Sill Apache)

New York State Museum, 2020.08

2007

David Bunn Martine

Acrylic on canvas

22 x 28 in.