Birding in a Winter Wonderland

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

Some of our feathered friends migrate south for the winter, while others thrive in a snowy environment. Join IAIS Educator Susan Scherf, an expert in ecology, former bird bander on […]

Village of Outcasts Lecture with Dr. Ken Feder

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

Native Americans across the Americas have interacted with, have influenced, and have been influenced by other cultures. In recognition of the history of interaction between Native Americans and African Americans […]

The Native American Courting Flute with Allan Madahbee

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

The hauntingly beautiful voice of these mystical instruments has intrigued music lovers and musicians for centuries. But why does the flute hold such importance in Native American culture? Allan Madahbee, […]

LHAC Lecture Series: Archaeology of Lover’s Leap with Dr. Laurie Weinstein

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

The Litchfield Hills Archaeology Club (LHAC) welcomes Dr. Laurie Weinstein, professor emeritus of anthropology at Western Connecticut State University. Join Dr. Weinstein, who directed WSCU’s archaeological field school at Lover’s […]

Annual Meeting of the Membership!

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

Join us for our Annual Meeting as we formally elect our 2019 Officers and Trustees. Following, enjoy a brief discussion of the Lovers Leap State Park, located in nearby New […]

Lakota Lifeways with Lessert Moore

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

Lessert Moore, Oglala Lakota, grew up on the Rosebud and Pine Ridge Reservations in South Dakota. Decades of healing work and education combined with his activism for Native American rights […]

Connecticut Trails Day Heritage Walk

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

As part of Connecticut Trails Day Weekend, Dr. Lucianne Lavin, Director of Research and Collections, will lead a walk along the museum’s trails, ending at our replicated Algonkian Village. Get a glimpse into […]