Ndakinna Cultural Center closing its doors

Will its current services to the public at large stop?

How will this effect the local Native communities as a whole?

Does closing the center affect the 501 (C) (3) Non profit status of Ndakinna Cultural Center and Museum INC ?

Ndakinna Cultural Center Located in East Calais Vermont, is one of the areas historical museum & Cultural Centers for the Abenaki people.

As outlined in an email sent out today by Todd Hebert, Owner-Operator, President of Ndakinna Cultural Center and Museum INC, stated:

Subject line "Sad News"

"It is with heavy heart that I need to announce we will be closing our location in East Calais. The economy has taken its toll on us and we can no longer afford to run a physical location. There is a big sale going on with our remaining inventory from now until the end of June. Most items are 50% off. At this time we are planning to continue operating  as a non profit without  the costs associated with having a building. Please check our website www.Ndakinna.org  for any updates as they come in. "

"Todd Hebert

Ndakinna Cultural Center"


A 501 (C) (3) Non profit organization as of July 2008,

 Ndakinna Cultural Center and Museum INC's Mission Statement included the following words:

 Our mission is to provide a Cultural learning center for Native Americans in Vermont as well as anyone who wishes to learn about the heritage of The Abenaki & other Indigenous tribes living in Vermont. The cultural center will provide the following.

   1.     A museum with historical items and documents that show the existence of Native Americans from historical times until present.

   2.     A learning center where people can learn about such items as arts & crafts, history & traditions as well as provide a room for various cultural meetings.

   3.     A craft coop where Craft items can be displayed for sale on a consignment basis.

   4.     Workshops and special events that will further teach others about the Native American way of life

Does closing the center affect the 501 (C) (3) Non profit status of Ndakinna Cultural Center and Museum INC ?

Todd Hebert suggests that people check the website for any updates .. as they come in,  

http://www.Ndakinna.org