Shop for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts from our local Native American crafters, jewelers, and artists at the Winter Indian Arts & Craft Market! Meet and buy directly from the artists while learning about contemporary Native American art and cultures. Stop by to purchase pottery, jewelry, rattles, artwork, flutes and more! The market will be located in […]
Shop for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts from our local Native American crafters, jewelers, and artists at the Winter Indian Arts & Craft Market! Meet and buy directly from the artists while learning about contemporary Native American art and cultures. Stop by to purchase pottery, jewelry, rattles, artwork, flutes and more! The market will be located in […]
Shop for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts from our local Native American crafters, jewelers, and artists at the Winter Indian Arts & Craft Market! Meet and buy directly from the artists while learning about contemporary Native American art and cultures. Stop by to purchase pottery, jewelry, rattles, artwork, flutes and more! The market will be located in […]
Looking for a sweet end to the winter months? As the days get warmer but the nights are still cold, it’s just the right conditions for maple sugaring! Join IAIS Staff along with primitive technologists Jeff and Judy Kalin for an afternoon celebrating the gift of Maple Sugar. The Kalins will demonstrate the technique of […]
Join trustees, staff, and fellow members for our Annual Members’ Meeting as we formally elect our 2018 Officers and Trustees. Following the meeting, enjoy a preview of presentations being given by IAIS staff at the annual conference of the Society of American Archaeologists conference in Washington D.C. Dr. Lucianne Lavin, Director of Research and Collections, […]
Since long before Earth Day was established in 1970 to promote protection of the environment, Native Americans groups have believed that all living and non-living things had a spirit, or manitou. Because of this, Native Americans recognize that all things are equal and that humans are connected to the world around them. Join IAIS staff […]
Funds from Give Local help to support our educational efforts to promote the understanding of Native Lifeways in New England for all ages through our educational programs. Educational programming at IAIS is held both at the museum and as outreach at other educational facilities. Our education department works with school groups and visitors to ensure […]
When 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 music and traditional Native American stories while learning about the importance of giving thanks for the bounty of the Earth. Sample complimentary strawberry recipes made from […]
The Institute for American Indian Studies is participating in CT Open House Day! Come to the museum to learn about archaeology, Native cultures past and present, and to get a free tour from one of our docents. Our trained educators are comfortable with visitors of all ages and can modify their tours to fit […]
When 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 music and traditional Native American stories while learning about the importance of giving thanks for the bounty of the Earth. Sample complimentary strawberry recipes made from […]