Ensuring that our customs and traditions remain vital and vibrant today and for generations to come
Source & photos: Deborah John FB & Beth Stevens FB
Wesö’ Nya:wëh to EVERYONE who helped rebuild this vital cornerstone, and the heart of our spiritual community! We give thanks to the Creator for allowing us to come together and rebuild, and to give thanks for our way of life from the past, present, & future.
Earlier this summer the Newtown Longhouse was destroyed by fire. Our hearts were crushed, but with the determination and resilience of the community the Newtown Longhouse was rebuilt. This display of determination and resiliency is symbolic of the Seneca people.
The rebuild was completed last month, October 2023.
A time capsule was placed in the brick walls of the fireplace. 
Our Chimney Crew…We found these two brothers known as “The Brockman Brothers” they have been with the Newtown Longhouse rebuild since the second week of the fire. They replicated our old chimney almost spot on. We will be forever grateful for these two unique brick layers. 
The Brockman Brothers, Brick Layers. 
