Donald Soctomah (Passamaquoddy)has spent his life working to preserve the language, history, culture and land base of this small tribe located near the Atlantic coast of Maine and New Brunswick, Canada. From a career in forestry to eight years in the state legislature, Soctomah is known for his commitment to his Native roots and the future of Maine’s indigenous population.

 

Soctomah has also produced historical and children’s books, films, compilations of tribal music and interactive educational material. Called “the most recognized member of the Passamaquoddy tribe,” Soctomah also made an appearance on the PBS reality show “Colonial House,” which premiered in 2004 and was filmed on Passamaquoddy land.