Founded as one of the nation’s first land trusts, the Accokeek Foundation stewards some 300 acres of public land that serves as the ancestral capital of the Piscataway People and remains a spiritual center for Indigenous communities. It engages young people of color in schools across Prince George’s and Charles Counties in immersive field experiences that connect them with the land and their cultural heritage. Educators receive professional development and resources to continue integrating lessons about agroecology, traditional foodways, and restoring native landscapes in the classroom. Interested students develop their leadership skills in environmental conservation through internships. Last year, over 100,000 people visited Piscataway Park, where a new exhibit created in collaboration with tribal partners highlighted Indigenous perspectives and histories. Through education, preservation, and experiential programming, Accokeek inspires a new generation of ecological and cultural stewards.
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