Give Local Event

Funds from Give Local help to support our educational efforts to promote the understanding of Native Lifeways in New England for all ages through our educational programs. Educational programming at […]

Give Local 2019

  IAIS is participating in Give Local, a community wide giving campaign in association with the Connecticut Community Foundation. Non-profit institutions from the Litchfield Hills and the Greater Waterbury area […]

From the Earth and the Sea: Founders’ Clambake

River Walk Pavilion 11a School Street, Washington Depot, CT, United States

Founders' Clambake- 6:00 pm. to 8:00 pm. At this annual event we give thanks to the many visitors,volunteers, members, and supporters who have helped to make our museum a success […]

Annual Founder’s Clambake

River Walk Pavilion 11a School Street, Washington Depot, CT, United States

It's that time of year again! Savor local Indigenous foods of lobster, clams, corn, and potatoes while enjoying drumming & dancing by the Thunderbird American Indian Dancers! As we honor […]

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 […]

Red Dress Installation

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

Saturday, April 30; Sunday, May 1 and Wednesday, May 4 – Sunday, May 8 11:00am – 4:00pm each day In-Person, Outdoor Installation; Installation is Weather Dependent We are once again […]

Red Dress Installation

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

Saturday, April 30; Sunday, May 1 and Wednesday, May 4 – Sunday, May 8 11:00am – 4:00pm each day In-Person, Outdoor Installation; Installation is Weather Dependent We are once again […]