The Natick Historical Society and Historic Newton have published a multimedia story that highlights the experiences of Massachusett and Nipmuc people between 1646 and 1660 in the areas that are now Natick and Newton.

The story strives to consider viewpoints of the European and Indigenous people in telling the story of John Eliot’s Christian mission and the native people who lived in mission settlements.

The historical groups say the exhibit is timely in that both Natick and Newton are looking to redesign their municipal seals, which each show Eliot preaching to an audience of Indigenous people.

Newton’s historical museums are open. The Natick Historical Society remains open by appointment only.