Join Lucianne Lavin, Ph.D., Director of Research and Collections, as she leads a walk along the IAIS museum’s trails and ends at our replicated 16th century Algonkian village. Glimpse into the history and culture of the local Pootatuck tribal peoples, learn about their medicinal plants, and hear of their community life and spirituality. Please wear […]
Join IAIS' Director of Research and Collections, Dr. Lucianne Lavin, as she discusses the importance of Native American history. For more information contact: Bonnie Butler at [email protected]
A hike in the woods often reveals a variety of stone cultural features to the experienced archaeologist and historian. Many of these are the remains of abandoned farmsteads and industrial mill sites. Others, however, represent Native American ceremonial sites. This PowerPoint presentation is an overview of the various kinds of European-American and indigenous stone structures found […]
Native American history is often discussed as though it happened before American history. While there have been people living here for thousands of years, their history and culture have not vanished. Join our Director of Research, Lucianne Lavin, Ph.D. for a lecture and conversation on the significance of Native Americans to our American history and […]
The Litchfield Hills Archaeology Club welcomes Dr Nicholas Bellantoni, Associate Professor at UCONN and emeritus State Archaeologist, as he discusses his new book The Long Journey Home: The Repatriations of Henry ‘Opukah’ia and Albert Afraid of Hawk. The book chronicles the repatriation of the remains of two Native men and the efforts of those involved […]
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 Nantucket, and wildlife rehabilitator at Frost Valley YMCA, for a lively presentation on bird adaptations, nesting migration, and much more! Susan will bring along bird […]
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 in the Northeast, we welcome Dr. Ken Feder, Professor of Anthropology at CCSU, who will discuss his work uncovering the archaeology and history surrounding the Lighthouse […]
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, Ojibwe artist and musician, will demonstrate and discuss the significance of this instrument. Allan will explain the legend of the courting flute, showcase a variety […]
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 Leap State Park in New Milford, as she discusses the significance of the research that she and her students uncovered at this very significant Native […]