Welcome to the Official Website of the Machapunga-Mattamuskeet Indians of North Carolina

We are honored to welcome you to the digital home of the Machapunga-Mattamuskeet

Indian Tribe of North Carolina—a people deeply rooted in the rich, ancient heritage of

the Algonquian-speaking nations. For generations, our ancestors have inhabited the

Eastern Inner and Outer Banks of North Carolina, as well as the Coastal Plains of

Tidewater, Virginia. These lands carry our stories, our spirits, and our legacy.

Our mission is to preserve and honor the legacy of our people through ongoing

research, the collection and documentation of historical resources, and active education

within our communities. We are committed to uncovering and sharing the often-

overlooked history of North Carolina’s Indigenous peoples—especially those whose

voices have been lost or misrepresented in mainstream narratives.

Through this platform, we aim to promote interest in our Indigenous genealogy and

to empower both tribal members and the wider public with resources that foster greater

awareness, understanding, and respect for our history, culture, and continued

presence. We invite you to explore, learn, and walk with us as we continue the sacred work of our

cultural preservation, truth-telling, and community connection. Together, we ensure the

spirit of the Machapunga-Mattamuskeet people endures—strong, resilient, and proud.

We are still here and never left. We are not extinct.