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A Two-Eyed Seeing Look at The Pomperaug River Watershed

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Saturday, February 8 1PM - 3PMEtuaptmumk is a Mi’kmaw saying that translates to “Two-Eyed Seeing”. This concept refers to learning how to see the strengths of Indigenous knowledge from one eye and the strengths of Western knowledge from the other. In partnership with the Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition, join IAIS Educational Outreach Ambassador and Traditional […]

February Family Fun: Games and Activities

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Saturday, February 15 1PM - 3PMLooking for something fun and educational to do with your family during President’s Day weekend? Stop by for an exciting afternoon of educational activities inspired by the lifeways and lessons of local Native Americans! IAIS Education Staff will offer an action-packed program featuring a variety of games and activities. Weather […]

Maple Sugar Festival 2025

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Saturday, March 8 11:00AMLooking for a sweet end to the winter months? As the days get warmer, but the nights remain cold, it’s the right condition for maple sugaring! Join IAIS staff for an event celebrating the gift of Maple Sugar. Throughout the day, our staff will demonstrate various traditional techniques for collecting sap and […]

Three Sisters’ Seed Starting Workshop: Planting The Seeds For New Growth

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Saturday, April 191PM - 3PM For generations, many Indigenous communities in the Americas have practiced a companion planting method known as the three sisters, using the combined strength of corn, beans, and squash to produce healthy gardens. Join IAIS Staff for a workshop and celebration of the renewal of life that accompanies spring after a […]

Spring Ecology Hike: Bugs and Birds of the Eastern Woodlands

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Saturday, May 241:00PM - 3:00PM Many Indigenous communities traditionally recognize that all beings are related and that animals and plants can be our teachers. Indeed, there is much that we can learn from the creatures that share the environment around us. Join ecologist and IAIS Educator Susan Scherf for a guided ecology hike, in which […]

Connecticut Open House Day

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Saturday, June 1411:00AM - 4:00PM As part of the 21st annual Connecticut Open House Day, visit the Institute for American Indian Studies to learn about the more than 12,000-year history of Connecticut’s Indigenous inhabitants. Museum educators and docents will be offering introductory tours of the museum and replicated Algonkian village. Want a deeper dive? Test […]

Ripe for the Taking? A Two-Eyed Seeing Strawberry Planting Workshop

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Saturday, June 212:00PM - 4:00PM Cultures throughout the world have traditions and beliefs centered around the strawberry. In many Indigenous communities it is said that when wild strawberries ripen, they represent life and good health. As the first local berry to ripen, they also herald the arrival of summer. Join IAIS Educational Outreach Ambassador Darlene […]

Getting To The Point: Beginner Flintknapping Workshop

The Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT, United States

Saturday, July 191:00PM - 4:00PM Looking for a workshop that will rock your world? Join IAIS Educator and Head of Fabrication Griffin Kalin, who has a background in traditional skills and experimental archaeology, as you learn percussion and pressure flaking techniques and try your hand at turning a rock into a useful stone tool. Spend […]

20th Annual Green Corn Festival

Hollow Park Hollow Park, 43 Hollow Road, Woodbury, CT, United States

Sunday, August 1012:00PM - 4:00PM In-Person, Outdoor Cultural EventHollow Park, 43 Hollow Road, Woodbury, CT, 06798 Corn is an integral part of the annual life cycle of Native American people. When the first tender ears are ripe for picking it is cause for celebration. Welcome the first corn of the season with exciting activities including […]

50th Anniversary Gala

Hopkins Vineyard 25 Hopkins Road, Warren, CT, United States

Thursday, August 145PM - 8PMIn-Person, Offsite Fundraiser Hopkins Vineyard, 25 Hopkins Road, Warren, CT 06777 During this year of celebrating our 50th Anniversary, the IAIS is hosting a gala at Hopkins Vineyard. In addition to hearty hors d'oeuvres, wine, and other libations, the evening will feature a special performance by Pilobolus. Darlene Kascak (Schaghticoke Tribal Nation), […]