The Lenape Indians were the first inhabitants of what is now Philadelphia. Tribe member Chet Brooks tells NPR's Robert Smith about the tribe and how the community maintains its traditions today.

ENGLEWOOD — They used turtle shells to make rattles, they formed canoes from tulip poplar trees, and used onion skins to dye their clothing. The Lenape Indians who once lived in New Jersey made ...

FLEMINGTON -- Saturday was the first of many "Tuccamir-gan Days" that the Friends of Fleming Castle plan, said Carmen Grimes, president of the Friends board. The weather, a bright and cool October ...

“Our tribe is unique in using ribbons on clothing,” Cayla said, as she pointed to her long skirt. ... “It’s important to learn who the Lenape Indians are and what they represent. ...

Lenape Nation takes to Delaware River to mark 20th anniversary of treaty signing and renew calls for state, federal recognition of tribe.

In 2021, the Lenape tribe and the University of Delaware drew up plans for a new cultural center. The center is estimated to be 13 acres and was designed to reflect Lenape culture, history and ...

Lenape Nation takes to Delaware River to mark 20th anniversary of treaty signing and renew calls for state, federal recognition of tribe.