Historian Explores Native American Portage Routes Across New York

On February 23, historian and author Evan Pritchard will lead a virtual event, “By Any Means Necessary: Retracing Algonquin Portage Routes in New York,” exploring the history of Native American trade and travel routes.

Presented in partnership with the Time and The Valleys Museum, the program will delve into Algonquin waterways across the state, including the Rondout Creek, Neversink River, Callicoon Creek, and the Delaware River. Pritchard will also touch on the portage route through Stamford, traced by Route 23, and the routes west from the Esopus, which align with Route 28 today.

Pritchard, a descendant of the Micmac people and founder of the Center for Algonquin Culture, has dedicated much of his career to preserving and sharing the rich history of Native American communities.

Image provided by Evan Pritchard