• Essential Waters Workshop

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

    Sunday, February 151PM You know water is essential for life.  Did you know you can make your own essential water, known as hydrosol or aromatic water, by steam distilling plants and herbs?   Often used for cosmetics or culinary flavoring, essential waters, such as rose water or orange water, are a way to extend your […]

  • “Merciless Indian Savages”: Native Americans and the Legacy of the Declaration of Independence

    Friday, February 206:30PM This is a virtual event. Commemorations of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence reveal a complex history for Indigenous communities. Indigenous Nations have existed as sovereign entities long before the United States of America. They were integral to creating the conditions for the U.S. War for Independence. Their power and […]

  • A Gathering of Gratitude and New Beginnings

    Bryan Memorial Town Hall 2 Bryan Hall Plaza, Washington, CT, United States

    Saturday, February 22PM - 5PM Bryan Memorial Town Hall2 Bryan Hall Plaza,Washington, CT The Institute for American Indian Studies cordially invites you to celebrate the appointment of our new Executive Director Gabe Benjamin, and acknowledge the long service of Susie Payne.  Enjoy light refreshments while previewing our revamped education programs and traveling exhibits. Join us […]

  • Snow Snake Workshop and Live Snake Meet and Greet

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

    Saturday, February 28 Snow Snake Workshop #1: 12:00pm, 1 hour blockSnow Snake Workshop #2: 2:00pm, 1 hour block Did you know that snow snake, a traditional winter game commonly practiced by the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois), is still played today in many Northern Native American communities? This game involves a stick that is carved and decorated to […]