Listen to stories, play games and create crafts! The IAIS Education Department will feature traditional Native American games, as well as crafts and stories. Play games such as snow snake, snow boat, hoop and pole, keeper of the fire, and eagle eye. Create things you can take home, such as corn husk dolls, buzzers, or […]
Are you and your family experiencing a bit of cabin fever? Throughout the winter, the IAIS Education Department is offering fun, but informal craft programs on Sunday afternoons. Have fun with your family and friends, explore a variety of craft mediums, and express your creativity while learning about the world around you and connecting with […]
Are you and your family experiencing a bit of cabin fever? Throughout the winter, the IAIS Education Department is offering fun, but informal craft programs on Sunday afternoons. Have fun with your family and friends, explore a variety of craft mediums, and express your creativity while learning about the world around you and connecting with […]
Throughout the winter the IAIS Education Department is offering fun, but informal craft programs on Sunday afternoons. Have fun with your family and friends, explore a variety of craft mediums, and express your creativity while learning about the world around you and connecting with a culture that has thousands of years of history in the […]
This Event is Postponed. Drums have been an important part of Native American cultures throughout the Americas for centuries. Learn about the history of these instruments, as well as their continued importance to Native American culture from Education Coordinator Darlene Kascak, Schaghticoke Tribal Nation, as you make your very own rawhide drum. The drums made […]
For thousands of years, many Native peoples decorated clothing and items with materials found in nature, such as shell, stones, seeds and porcupine quills. In more recent centuries, multi-colored glass beads have become a favorite alternative. This week’s workshop will focus on beading basics. Join IAIS Educator Susan Scherf for an introduction into beading techniques […]
Throughout the Spring, the IAIS Education Department is offering small group craft workshops on Sunday afternoons. Sign up for a time slot with your family and friends. Express your creativity while learning about the world around you and connecting with a culture that has thousands of years of history in the area. Did you know that […]
Looking for a unique gift to show appreciation for a special Mother in your life? For thousands of years, many Native peoples decorated clothing and items with materials found in nature, such as shell, stones, seeds and porcupine quills. In more recent centuries, multi-colored glass beads have become a favorite alternative. Join IAIS Education Department […]
Thursday, December 30; 9:30am and 1:30pm sessions Have some children that are experiencing a bit of cabin fever? This program will feature Traditional Native American stories, as well as winter games and activities. Participants will play games such as snow snake, hoop and pole, and keeper of the fire, and take home a creation […]
Make a beautiful beading project for someone special in your life, or for yourself to enjoy! About This Event Throughout the year, the IAIS Education Department offers private craft workshops on Sundays. Sign up for a time slot with your family and friends. Express your creativity while learning about the world around you and connecting […]