Nonprofit transfers land to Patawomeck tribe for cultural preservation

The Trust for Public Land has transferred 870 acres of ancestral land to the Patawomeck Indian Tribe of Virginia. This land, located along the Rappahannock River, was previously managed by The Nature Conservancy. The transfer allows the tribe to preserve sacred traditions, vital habitats, and strengthen connections to their ancestral lands. Chief Charles Bullock emphasized the importance of this land for future generations. The Virginia Outdoors Foundation holds a conservation easement on the property. The tribe continues its efforts to gain federal recognition.