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Thank you to our partners in presenting
 
RACE: Are We So Different?

at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center!

RACE: Are We So Different? and related programming and special exhibit elements at MPMRC were made possible by the following corporations and organizations. We are very grateful to:
Pepsi Bottling Group—Lead Sponsor for RACE at MPMRC
The Pepsi Bottling Group (PBG) is the world's largest manufacturer, seller and distributor of Pepsi-Cola beverages. The Pepsi Bottling Group and its 75,000 employees, along with the Pepsi Bottling Group Foundation, have made a commitment to building strong communities and bringing about positive change through volunteerism, executive outreach, financial support and product donations. The company also holds diversity as one of its core values, and was ranked number two on Diversity’s Inc.’s 2007 list of “Top Companies for Diversity.”

Foxwoods Resort Casino—Major Sponsor for RACE at MPMRC
In 1986, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation opened a high stakes bingo hall on its reservation in Connecticut, which ultimately grew into Foxwoods Resort Casino, the largest casino in the world with 4.7 million square feet of space and hosting an average of 40,000 guests per day. Foxwoods supports a variety of community and cultural initiatives, both on and off the reservation, including sponsorship of special exhibits at the MPMRC.

MGM  Mirage—Major Sponsor for RACE at MPMRC
MGM Mirage is one of the world's leading development companies with significant holdings in gaming, hospitality and entertainment. It owns and operates 17 properties located in Nevada, Mississippi and Michigan, and has 50% investments in four other properties in Nevada, New Jersey, Illinois and Macau. MGM MIRAGE also is involved in developing major new casino and resort projects in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, the People's Republic of China and Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. The company has received recognition for its industry-leading Diversity Initiative and its community philanthropy programs.

Comcast—Media Sponsor for RACE at MPMRC
Comcast Corporation is the nation's leading provider of cable, entertainment and communications products and services, with 24.1 million cable customers, 13.2 million high-speed Internet customers and 4.6 million voice customers. Comcast is principally involved in the development, management and operation of broadband cable networks and in the delivery of programming content. Through sponsorships and the efforts of the Comcast Foundation, the company seeks to empower communities and enrich lives, focusing particularly on projects related to literacy, volunteerism, and youth leadership.

The William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund—Associate Sponsor of the RACE at MPMRC
The William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund works collaboratively to improve education for Connecticut's children by supporting school change, informing the public debate on educational issues, and strengthening the involvement of parents and the community in education.

UnitedHealthcare—Associate Sponsor of RACE at MPMRC
UnitedHealthcare is an operating division of UnitedHealth Group, the largest single health carrier in the United States, which delivers innovative products and services to approximately 70 million Americans. UnitedHealthcare's nationwide network includes 560,000 physicians, 80,000 dentists and 4,800 hospitals; its pharmaceutical management programs provide more affordable access to drugs for 13 million people.

Perini Building Company—Associate Sponsor of RACE at MPMRC
Founded 113 years ago as a small civil works contractor, Perini is known today for its hospitality and gaming projects, and for its expertise in construction of health care, sports, entertainment and educational facilities. Civil infrastructure continues to be a focus of the company, which is continually engaged in large and complex civil construction projects.

Guy Brown Products—Associate Sponsor of RACE at MPMRC
Guy Brown Products is a premier business-to-business distributor of office products based in Brentwood, TN. The company is a certified Minority Business Enterprise, with a national distribution network and featuring an expansive range of minority-manufactured products.

Citizens Bank and the Citizens Bank Foundation—Publication Sponsors, “Race Matters in Indian New England”
Citizens Bank is a division of RBS Citizens, N.A., and has a thirteen-state branch network throughout the United States with 51 branches and 60 ATMs in Connecticut. The Citizens Bank Foundation is the principal charitable contributions vehicle of Citizens Financial Group, Citizens Bank and Charter One Bank, N.A. The Foundation's support is focused on affordable housing, community development and basic human needs.

Citizens Bank and the Citizens Bank Foundation are proud to support RACE: Are We So Different? in conjunction with our friends at the Pequot Museum.




A Project of American Anthropological Association

Introduction: What is this project about and why is it important?

More than an exhibit: Special programs, activities, and events

A regional perspective: Race Matters in Indian New England

Special opportunities: Resources, tours, and meeting spaces

Meet our partners: Sponsor profiles

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