Bristol Community College will celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a special
screening of the short film CUFFE: TAXED on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Margaret L. Jackson Arts
Center (H building) on Bristol's Fall River Campus, 777 Elsbree Street. The event
is free and open to all.
Based on a true story, CUFFE: TAXED introduces audiences to a young Paul Cuffe, a Black and Wampanoag mariner who would
become one of the most influential Black men in America and a politically powerful
activist. In 1778, with Nantucket cut off by a British blockade and desperately short
of food, 19-year-old Paul Cuffe and his brother-in-law, Michael Wainer, take to the
water with a load of much-needed provisions.
Sponsored by BayCoast Bank, the event will also feature the award-winning music video Paul Cuffe Is Me, a panel discussion with filmmakers, performers and historians exploring Cuffe's
legacy and why his story still matters today, and a reception with refreshments.
Registration is recommended. To register for the event or for more information, please visit www.bristolcc.edu/about/thebristolcommunitycollegefoundation/events/
Bristol Community College is grounded in core values centered on student success
and lifelong learning. For 60 years, Bristol has served as a leading resource for
education and workforce development in Massachusetts, with locations in Attleboro,
Fall River, New Bedford, Taunton, and online.
The college offers more than 100 career and transfer programs, along with flexible
online learning options that lead to an associate degree, a career-ready certificate,
or transfer opportunities. It also provides Dual Enrollment and Early College programs,
English language instruction programs, and Adult Basic Education to support learners
at all stages. Bristol’s Economic and Workforce Solutions division is a regional leader
in workforce development, providing customized training for businesses and the community.
Bristol’s National Offshore Wind Institute (NOWI) delivers training in a state-of-the-art facility,
offering globally recognized instruction and certifications for offshore and onshore
wind energy, maritime industries, first responders, and related fields. The college
prioritizes student success through comprehensive support services and career advancement
opportunities that reduce barriers to educational access.
As one of the largest employers in the region, Bristol is committed to fostering
an inclusive environment that reflects a rich diversity of beliefs, cultures, languages,
abilities, and lifestyles.
