MIDDLEBORO — The First Unitarian Universalist Society of Middleboro and The Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe will present a cultural talk, “The Herring Pond Wampanoag: A Journey Through History and Resilience,” at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 13 at the church, 25 South Main St.

Jill Lauzon, Vice Chair and Outreach Coordinator of the tribe, will explore the tribe’s deep historical roots in the Plymouth region, as well as their ongoing efforts to preserve their land, culture, and traditions. 

The talk honors Indigenous Peoples Day/Month. All are welcome. 

Lauzon, a direct descendant of Sachem Quachattacett from the royal line of the Monument Ponds/Herring Pond Wampanoags, has dedicated over 20 years to serving as the tribe’s genealogist. 

During her talk, she will highlight the tribe’s legacy that spans thousands of years before the Pilgrims’ arrival in 1620, and she will share insights into current initiatives such as food sovereignty, wellness programs, and intergenerational knowledge-sharing.