AGENCY TESTIMONY
The Lenape Center and its challenges in New York City
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Joe Baker discusses the Lenape Center, which he co-founded and directs, and the challenges it faces in maintaining Lenape cultural presence in New York City. He expresses disappointment at the center's omission from official recognition.
- The Lenape Center was established in 2009 to continue Lenape cultural presence in New York City
- Baker describes the work as difficult, noting that the city has 'all but erased' the Lenape people
- The center relies on partnerships with other cultural organizations to realize its expressions and educational platforms
Joe Baker
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I appreciate commissioner Cumbo's, outline of activities, a plethora of activities around Native American communities, but I have to say I'm disappointed that the Lenape Center was not mentioned.
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I am cofounder and executive director of the Lenape Center here in Manhattan, which was established in 2009 to continue our cultural presence in a city that has all but erased us.
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And that work has not been easy.
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It's difficult work.
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And we've realized our expressions, our educational platforms through partnerships with other cultural organizations within the city.
