Wigwams were traditional dwellings built using wooden frames covered with bark or woven plant materials. These shelters provided warmth, protection, and living spaces for Lenape families. Lenape women held important roles in family and community decision-making within a matrilineal society, where family identity and kinship followed the mother's line. The construction and use of these dwellings reflected generations of knowledge about local materials, seasonal needs, and communal life.
