Super-Rich Hamptons: On Stolen Native American Land
Synopsis
The Shinnecock Nation, with a population of about 500, is confined to a 750-acre reservation while facing ongoing land encroachment from wealthy developers.
Synopsis
At Conscience Point, members of the Shinnecock Nation reflect on their ancestral land, now surrounded by the wealth of The Hamptons. The tribe, numbering around 500, is confined to a 750-acre reservation. Over centuries, they have lost significant territory, including burial grounds, to development. The documentary follows their efforts to reclaim rights to their land and protect their heritage amid ongoing encroachment from luxury real estate. It features voices from the community, including Rebecca Gina, who advocates for the preservation of their history.
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Why Watch
- Meet the Shinnecock Nation fighting for their land.
- See how development threatens ancestral territories.
- Find out about the tribe's history with early settlers.
Did You Know
- The Shinnecock Nation has a land base of approximately 1200 acres.
- The Shinnecock have been on their land for over 400 generations.
- In 1640, the Shinnecock gave eight square miles of land to the first settlers, which is now Southampton Village.
- Sixty percent of the Shinnecock community is affected by the encroachment of wealthy residents.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of the Shinnecock nation?
The Shinnecock nation has a population of approximately 500 people.
How much land does the Shinnecock community currently have?
The Shinnecock community has approximately 1,200 acres of land.
When did the Shinnecock tribe first give land to settlers?
The Shinnecock tribe gave eight square miles of land to settlers in 1640.
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