Rooted in Tradition: Giving Thanks to the Strawberry

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

When wild strawberries ripen, they represent life and good health. They also herald the ripening of fresh fruits and the arrival of summer. Participate in family-friendly, small group education activities […]

$5 – $15

Smithsonian Museum Day

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

Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian Magazine. Participating museums across the country provide Free Admission to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. Bring along […]

Winter Games, Stories & Crafts

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 […]

Snow Snake Workshop

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

Saturday, January 29, 11:00am and 2:00pm Did you know that snow snake, a traditional Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) winter game, is still played today in many Northern Native American communities? This game […]

Basic Birding with Susan Scherf

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

In Person, Outdoor Event Native peoples traditionally recognized that all beings are related and that animals and plants can be our teachers. You might be seeing and hearing increased bird […]

$5 – $10

Strawberry Festival

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

Saturday, June 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm In Person Event When wild strawberries ripen, they represent life and good health. They also herald the ripening of fresh fruits and the arrival […]

$10 – $20

Connecticut Summer at the Museum Initiative – Kids are FREE!

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

July 1st- September 4th 2022 Wednesdays through Sundays, 11:00am – 4:00pm  Did you hear the news? The state of Connecticut has once again allocated recovery funds to museums in order […]