Green Corn Festival
Corn is an integral part of the annual economic lifecycle of the Native American people. When the first tender ears are ripe for picking it is cause for celebration. Welcome […]
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Annual Event
Step Back in Time: Native American Heritage Walk
The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United StatesJoin Lucianne Lavin, Ph.D., Director of Research and Collections, as she leads a walk along the IAIS museum’s trails and ends at our replicated 16th century Algonkian village. Glimpse into […]
International Archaeology Day
The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United StatesArchaeology is the study of the past through the objects people leave behind. From this study, archaeologists can learn about past societies. Dig into the fun with IAIS’ staff as […]
Veteran’s Day Celebration
The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United StatesDid you know that Native Americans have served their country with the highest record of service per capita when compared with the general American population and to any other ethnic […]
Maple Sugar Festival
The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United StatesLooking for a sweet end to the winter months? As the days get warmer, but the nights remain cold, it's just the right condition for maple sugaring! Join IAIS […]
Annual Meeting of the Membership!
The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United StatesJoin us for our Annual Meeting as we formally elect our 2019 Officers and Trustees. Following, enjoy a brief discussion of the Lovers Leap State Park, located in nearby New […]
Give Local 2019
IAIS is participating in Give Local, a community wide giving campaign in association with the Connecticut Community Foundation. Non-profit institutions from the Litchfield Hills and the Greater Waterbury area […]
Open House Day
The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United StatesThe Institute for American Indian Studies is participating in Connecticut Open House Day! Come to the museum to learn about the more than 10,000-year history of Connecticut’s Native American inhabitants. Museum […]
Strawberry Moon Festival
The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United StatesWhen wild strawberries ripen, they represent life and good health. They also herald the ripening of fresh fruits and the arrival of summer. Visitors of all ages will enjoy live […]
Annual Green Corn Festival
The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United StatesCorn is an integral part of the annual lifecycle of Native American people. When the first tender ears are ripe for picking it is cause for celebration. Welcome the first […]