Weaving has been an integral part of Native American life for thousands of years. In the Northeast, European settlers prized these well-made and beautifully decorated baskets. Participants will create their own colorful yarn-woven basket with the help of IAIS staff. Ages 6 - 10 Included in the price of admission: $10 Adults; $8 Seniors; $6 […]
Weaving has been an integral part of Native American life for thousands of years. In the Northeast, European settlers prized these well-made and beautifully decorated baskets. Participants will create their own colorful yarn-woven basket with the help of IAIS staff. Ages 6 - 10 Included in the price of admission: $10 Adults; $8 Seniors; $6 […]
Learn stories, play games, and create crafts. Everyday from 12 - 3 IAIS will feature a new story, game and craft. Play games like snow snake, snow boat, hoop and pole, keeper of the fire, and eagle eye. Create things you can take home, like corn husk dolls, buzzers, and beading.
Spend a sociable afternoon with friends painting figurines! There are both Native American and wildlife forms just waiting to be brushed with color and looking to be placed in your collection. You will be guided by Native artist Jeanne Morningstar Kent, Abenaki, who is a retired art instructor and currently owner of Morningstar Studio. You do not […]
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 […]
During traditional times in the Eastern Woodlands, bark served many purposes: it could be used to cover a wigwam, tie tools together, and float a canoe. It could even be used to make beautiful, practical baskets out of. In modern time, Native American artists and culture bearers help to keep such traditions alive. Join Jennifer […]
Due to inclement weather projected for Sunday January 20, 2019 this event has been CANCELLED- But if you still want to come and do crafts, our next Sunday Fun Day is Sunday February 3, 2019 Do you have children who are experiencing a bit of cabin fever with the winter weather? Throughout the winder, […]
Do you have children who are experiencing a bit of cabin fever with the winter weather? Throughout the winder, IAIS will be offering fun, informal craft programs on Sunday afternoons. Crafts will range from beading to pottery, and are a great way for families to express their creativity and practice different skills while learning about […]
Do you have children who are experiencing a bit of cabin fever with the winter weather? Throughout the winder, IAIS will be offering fun, informal craft programs on Sunday afternoons. Crafts will range from beading to pottery, and are a great way for families to express their creativity and practice different skills while learning about […]
Traditional Native American clothing varied widely from tribe to tribe, but one nearly universal element was the moccasin. The word moccasin comes from the Algonkian word meaning shoe or footwear. This sturdy slipper-shaped type of shoe was sewn from tanned animal hides. Join Education Coordinator Darlene Kascak, Schaghticoke Tribal Nation, for a fun and informative […]