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Penobscot Nation

Information and Resources for The Oldest Government in the Western Hemisphere

Chief

Chief's Message

Dear Tribal Citizens,

I hope this letter finds you well. As you are likely aware, there was a fire at the cultural building by the pavilion in the early morning hours today. It has been determined that this fire was set intentionally. This situation is not acceptable and extremely disheartening. We are working with multiple agencies to investigate this crime, and the Nation is offering a reward for any information leading to the apprehension of the people responsible. Many people worked diligently to create this site to hold important cultural activities including honoring our people who have passed. This is not a place . . .

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Administration

Our Mission is to work in unison with the Tribal Council and our Administration to protect Penobscot People, culture and our territory by the wise exercise of our Sovereign Powers; to promote prosperity and success for all of our people through the creation of economic and cultural opportunities while always maintaining the highest level of integrity; and to preserve our cultural values entrusted to us by our ancestors in order to pass them along to our children.

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Departments

The Penobscot Nation includes 17 departments and many sub programs within those individual departments. Please click on the links below to explore what the Penobscot Nation provides for services for our citizenry.