12/2011- Was featured again in the Barkhamsted Historical Society’s Squire’s Tavern Quarterly paper~
Category: Travel
I was featured in the Wiquapaug Eastern Pequot News Letter ~
WIQUAPAUG EASTERN PEQUOT NEWS LETTER – THE “SUN RISE”
SEPTEMBER 2011 VOL. 13 – NO. 3 Keith Brown invited Coni Dubois and her family to the Tribal Gathering. Coni drove here from Louisiana & the Hawkins family drove from Indiana. (Veronica & Shane Hawkins with their 2 boys and friend) Coni took many videos of the dances that were performed and posted them on her websites. She posted that her favorite dance was the Blanket Dance. You can view her blog at: http://conidubois.com/ All her videos from her trips along with the Wiquapaug dances can be found at: http://conidubois.com/videos/ Coni enjoyed learning about the culture of her ancestors and expressed what an honor it was for her to have been invited to the Tribal Gathering and to be invited into the Welcoming Circle. She has been researching her family genealogy for the past 18 years and has traced her ancestry back to the Algonquian, Mohegan, Pequot and Narragansett tribes. Her main research focus is on James Chagum a Long Island Native American that married a Narragansett, along with his descendants that settled in Barkhamsted, CT. Coni just recently took part in a ceremony for the unveiling of the Lighthouse Trail on Ragged Mountain in Barkhamsted CT on Sept 15th along with a unveiling June 26th, 2011 on Block Island RI for the Ancestral/Descendant Stone for the the Native Americans that once lived on the island (Manissean Indians along with Narragansett.) Coni’s Blog gives the following insights on her background: I’ve been a family genealogist for 18+ years and have traced over 17,000 people for my family tree (Mother & Father’s sides) – I’m the head Genealogist for the Barkhamsted Lighthouse Native American Tribe in Barkhamsted Connecticut and a true descendant of the Chagum / Barber line~ I’m working closely with several Archaeologist, Historians, Historical Societies, genealogist, family member’s and Author’s on the Chagum’s and the Grand Sachems of the New England Indians – I will be blogging about my research and the paths I’ve had to follow – I have traveled extensively to NY, CT, RI and of course Block Island in my quest to trace my Ancestor’s – the Chagum bloodline has been shed in several Wars – We have them put into servitude and slavery Block Island – There are two ponds named after them on Block Island –Sachem/Chagum Pond & Lil Choggin Pond – in the late 1700′s the story continues to James Chagum (2nd) who is Chief of the Barkhamsted Lighthouse Village to early 1800′s~ I can go on and on – have thousands of documents to back up this research – Now I’m ready to tell the wonderful story – I’ve got the bases done on this line now it’s time to fill in the blanks and and connect the Ever Widening Circle of families~ “I’m not much of a writer – but great at researching – so excuse any mistakes” Coni (Allen) Dubois~.”
SEPTEMBER 2011 VOL. 13 – NO. 3 Keith Brown invited Coni Dubois and her family to the Tribal Gathering. Coni drove here from Louisiana & the Hawkins family drove from Indiana. (Veronica & Shane Hawkins with their 2 boys and friend) Coni took many videos of the dances that were performed and posted them on her websites. She posted that her favorite dance was the Blanket Dance. You can view her blog at: http://conidubois.com/ All her videos from her trips along with the Wiquapaug dances can be found at: http://conidubois.com/videos/ Coni enjoyed learning about the culture of her ancestors and expressed what an honor it was for her to have been invited to the Tribal Gathering and to be invited into the Welcoming Circle. She has been researching her family genealogy for the past 18 years and has traced her ancestry back to the Algonquian, Mohegan, Pequot and Narragansett tribes. Her main research focus is on James Chagum a Long Island Native American that married a Narragansett, along with his descendants that settled in Barkhamsted, CT. Coni just recently took part in a ceremony for the unveiling of the Lighthouse Trail on Ragged Mountain in Barkhamsted CT on Sept 15th along with a unveiling June 26th, 2011 on Block Island RI for the Ancestral/Descendant Stone for the the Native Americans that once lived on the island (Manissean Indians along with Narragansett.) Coni’s Blog gives the following insights on her background: I’ve been a family genealogist for 18+ years and have traced over 17,000 people for my family tree (Mother & Father’s sides) – I’m the head Genealogist for the Barkhamsted Lighthouse Native American Tribe in Barkhamsted Connecticut and a true descendant of the Chagum / Barber line~ I’m working closely with several Archaeologist, Historians, Historical Societies, genealogist, family member’s and Author’s on the Chagum’s and the Grand Sachems of the New England Indians – I will be blogging about my research and the paths I’ve had to follow – I have traveled extensively to NY, CT, RI and of course Block Island in my quest to trace my Ancestor’s – the Chagum bloodline has been shed in several Wars – We have them put into servitude and slavery Block Island – There are two ponds named after them on Block Island –Sachem/Chagum Pond & Lil Choggin Pond – in the late 1700′s the story continues to James Chagum (2nd) who is Chief of the Barkhamsted Lighthouse Village to early 1800′s~ I can go on and on – have thousands of documents to back up this research – Now I’m ready to tell the wonderful story – I’ve got the bases done on this line now it’s time to fill in the blanks and and connect the Ever Widening Circle of families~ “I’m not much of a writer – but great at researching – so excuse any mistakes” Coni (Allen) Dubois~.”
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Lighthouse Trail Opening Ceremony – Sept 10, 2011
Email from Paul Hart w/Barkhamsted Historical Society to Me:
8/18/2011 – Hi Coni- I’m pretty sure you have heard about the Lighthouse Trail opening ceremony scheduled for Saturday, September 10. But I wanted to make sure you had a more formal invitation and all the details. We would very much like you to attend if at all possible. We will have our Historical Society annual meeting at 1:00 at the Tavern, which is not the most exciting event. We would be thrilled if you can attend this, but it is your option. The Trail ceremony will start about 2:00 and we hope to have a good crowd there. If you can make it we would like you to take part in the ceremony and perhaps say a few words. Ken will be our main speaker and we may have a couple of words from other dignitaries, then Ken will lead a tour of the trail and signs. It should be a fun day, and we have reached a big step in getting the trail and signs established (thanks mostly to Ken, Linne, Erik and FRCC). Having Lighthouse descendants present will make this day extra special, so I hope you can make it. Please post or forward this to all other Lighthouse descendants. Thanks so much for all your research and help! – Paul Hart/Barkhamsted Historical Society Note from Coni: I will be attending this event (flight is booked) – I have been asked to speak at this event along with doing the unveiling of the sign~ I will be in the Barkhamsted Ct. area from the 9th-11th – Looking forward to meeting some of you!
8/18/2011 – Hi Coni- I’m pretty sure you have heard about the Lighthouse Trail opening ceremony scheduled for Saturday, September 10. But I wanted to make sure you had a more formal invitation and all the details. We would very much like you to attend if at all possible. We will have our Historical Society annual meeting at 1:00 at the Tavern, which is not the most exciting event. We would be thrilled if you can attend this, but it is your option. The Trail ceremony will start about 2:00 and we hope to have a good crowd there. If you can make it we would like you to take part in the ceremony and perhaps say a few words. Ken will be our main speaker and we may have a couple of words from other dignitaries, then Ken will lead a tour of the trail and signs. It should be a fun day, and we have reached a big step in getting the trail and signs established (thanks mostly to Ken, Linne, Erik and FRCC). Having Lighthouse descendants present will make this day extra special, so I hope you can make it. Please post or forward this to all other Lighthouse descendants. Thanks so much for all your research and help! – Paul Hart/Barkhamsted Historical Society Note from Coni: I will be attending this event (flight is booked) – I have been asked to speak at this event along with doing the unveiling of the sign~ I will be in the Barkhamsted Ct. area from the 9th-11th – Looking forward to meeting some of you!
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Chagum Native American Genealogy Research Book Done By Coni Dubois 6/5/11
Chagum Native American Genealogy Research Book Done By Coni Dubois 6/5/11
This is the FINISHED (or until I get back from my trip) product of my Genealogy Research Book on the Chagum line – I’m printing my copy now – will take it to Office Depot and they bind it for me – less than $10.00 – Now that this is finally done it’s time to start getting all my packing ready (will be gone for almost a month plus camping so gotta prepare for that)
I’m leaving on June 22 for a 3 week Genealogy Trip
My itinerary:
1. Leaving Louisiana June 23rd
2. June 25- June 26 – Pt. Judith For Block Island – June 26th Tribute to the Native American of the Island – Hotel – Private tour by Pam Gasner
3. June 27- July 1st –Dorchester, Massachusetts – Where Cockenoe was after the Pequot war and writing for 1st Bible – Historical Society and such – this will be research – Possibly be able to do Salem – and Plymouth Rock – would like to do the Indian village at the Plymouth Plantation this year – didn’t go last year~ – Hotel/Camping
4. July 2nd – Tribal Get together asked to come too (dinner is $25.00 per person) – Hotel
5. July 5th – Pequot Museum – – Hotel
6. July 6th Cockenoe Island – – Hotel/Camping possibly
7. July 7th- 10th Long Island – Will be doing a lot of sightseeing and important spots of our Native American’s – remember to stock up on batteries!!! Research/Camping
9. July 11-15 Barkhamsted Lighthouse Camping Trip – Kenny Feder/Archeologist is giving us a private tour of Barkhamsted Site
10. Chancellor Virginia and then home for me~
I will be posting videos and pictures of my trip
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Trip sign up! Need to know who is coming and to what for Genealogy Trip~
I need to make a list of those planning on meeting me during this upcoming Genealogy trip from June 25-July 16th – For those planning on meeting me at any time during the trip please confirm attending on my Facebook Event found here
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Block Island Manissean Ancestral Stone – Need donations~
This stone is the one that Pam Gasner is asking for donations on –
she was just informed the stone will cost over $2500.00
Any help would be appreciated!
Block Island Sign Donation Info:
Donation for the sign for the Block Island Native Americans can be made to:
Block Island Historical Society/Pam Gasner
PO Box 79, Block Island, RI 02807
Phone: 401-864-4357
Email: blockhistory@me.com
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Email from Pam Gasner for the Block Island Tribute for June 26th 2011
Connie- received approval from Town of monument to read “in honor of the Manissean’s Their ancestors and descendants”. I will email you a drawing this weekend. The 350 committee is paying for the stone to be located near the Indian cemetery at Fresh Pond. The other stone for the village site is being funded by the historical society and we are hoping to receive pledges towards it. The cost is $500. If you can put the word out that would be great. It will be a natural stone located on the trail where we can add the memory piles. “Manissean village site. 500 BC” dedicated 2011 will be inscribed. Looking forward to your visit.
Pam Gasner
Address: 18 Old Town Road & Ocean Ave.
Block Island, RI 02807 USA
Phone: 401-466-2481
Additional Phones research: 401-864-4357
E-mail: blockhistory@me.com
Hours:
fall hours: 11 – 4 weekends or by appt. weekdays
Directions: The Museum & Shop are located across from the bank at the 4 way intersection (Bridgegate Square) in the Victorian Red Mansard Roof building
http://blockislandtimes.com/listings/2867912/Block-Island-Historical-Society
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Block Island Trip
For June 26th – Block Island Trip I will be making plans to be at the Lighthouse Inn on June 25th – We will be taking the Point Judith Ferry to the Island (getting times and dates together) on the 26th~ Info on Inn: Across from the Block Island Ferry, the Lighthouse Inn is a fun, casual Beach Hotel located in an authentic fishing village of Galilee, RI. It’s the perfect Location to relax and enjoy southern Rhode Island! Great beaches, seafood houses, riverboat cruises, fishing charters, the Pt. Judith salt pond, ice cream and gift shops, local pubs with live music and plenty of sea air, seagulls and sunshine are waiting for you at the Lighthouse Inn of Galilee. Lighthouse Inn of Galilee:307 Great Island Road Narragansett, Rhode Island 02882
Phone: (401) 789-9341 or (877) 789-9341 Webpage: http://lighthouse-inn-ri.com/
Block Island Ferry Schedule:
2011: June 25th – August 28th
Days: M-Sun
Departs Pr. Judith: 7:15a, 9a, 11:10a,1:10p, 4:35p, 6:45p
Departs Block Island: 7:55a, 10:05a, 12:05p, 3:30p, 5:45p, 7:45p
https://www.blockislandferry.com/
Note from Coni: I do believe we should try for the 7:15 am trip to the Island – gives us more time and we will leave at the 7:45 departure and we will be staying at Lighthouse Inn for the 25 and 26th – Head to Long Island for the 27th~
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Barkhamsted Historical Society is now on Facebook!!
Barkhamsted Historical Society
Is now on Facebook!!
~Link to the left to websites~
2011 Lecture Series
7:00 pm, Barkhamsted Senior Center
Feb. 11, The Wild and Scenic Farmington, with Liz Lacy, Farmington River Coordinating Committee
Mar 11, Westering Home, traditional music of Scotland and Ireland, Laura Mazza-Dixon, Mattie Banzhaf, Linne Landgraf
April 8, Center Hill History, with Paul Hart
May 13, Carpentry with Old-time Tools, with Mike Day
No admission is charged for these events, but donations are gratefully accepted.
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Barkhamsted Historical Society – 2011 Lecture Series
Barkhamsted Historical Society – 2011 Lecture Series
7:00 pm, Barkhamsted Senior Center
Feb. 11, The Wild and Scenic Farmington, with Liz Lacy, Farmington River Coordinating Committee
Mar 11, Westering Home, traditional music of Scotland and Ireland, Laura Mazza-Dixon, Mattie Banzhaf, Linne Landgraf
April 8, Center Hill History, with Paul Hart
May 13, Carpentry with Old-time Tools, with Mike Day
No admission is charged for these events, but donations are gratefully accepted.
