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A Storied Tradition: Native American Storytelling Day

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

Stories tap into our human emotions and often have a lesson to tell. They help us communicate across generations and between cultures. This session will feature our Education Coordinator Darlene Kascak, Schaghticoke, who is a traditional Native American Storyteller. Children will listen to stories, make finger puppets, and develop their own story bag full of […]

Tech it Out! Traditional Skills Day

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

Ever wonder what life was like in New England 1000 years ago? Communities had to work together with the environment and its resources in order to find food, construct shelter, and make tools. Children will learn survival methods and traditional skills that people in this region have been using for thousands of years.

Get Out! Outdoor Survival Day

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

Planning to go on an outdoor adventure? Do you want your children to learn how to be prepared if they go hiking or camping? Sign them up for this Adventure Day where they will learn basic outdoor living skills, such as team building, knot tying, orienteering, and respect for fire in an outdoor setting.

Let’s Get Cooking: Culinary Day

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

Today, when we are hungry, we often go to the super market to buy food. Hundreds of years ago, this was not possible. Native Americans in the past were able to survive by using their knowledge of the natural world. Come forage with us and learn how to cook using traditional methods. Children will sample […]

Drum Workshop with Alan Madahbee

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

Drums have been important in Native American cultures throughout the Americas for centuries. Learn about the history of drums, as well as their continued importance to Native American culture, from Allan Madahbee, Ojibway as you learn how to make a rawhide drum. Spend a fun afternoon learning this skill and enjoying a workshop that cannot […]

Moccasin Workshop with Darlene Kascak

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

Traditional Native American clothing varied widely from tribe to tribe, but one nearly universal element was the moccasin. The word moccasin comes from the Algonkian word meaning shoe or footwear. This sturdy slipper-shaped type of shoe was sewn from tanned animal hides. Join Education Coordinator Darlene Kascak, Schaghticoke Tribal Nation, for a fun and informative […]

Pollinator Workshop: Native Plants and Pollinator Habitats in Farms and Gardens

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

Formerly titled Designing and Planting for Pollinators Workshop, we re-named it Native Plants and Pollinator Habitats in Farms and Gardens to highlight the connection between native plants, pollinator habitat (in our yards and on farms) and food security. Come learn how to create, maintain and restore habitat to benefit pollinators. Free for NOFA (Northeast Organic Farmers Assoc.) members and […]

Atlatl Workshop with Susan Scherf

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

Did you know that before the bow and arrow many cultures throughout the world used atlatls to hunt? Such dart throwers enabled hunters to throw the dart faster and farther than by hand alone. Under the guidance of IAIS Educator Susan Scherf, you will learn about its history and the different designs of this ancient […]

Sunday Fun Day Crafts

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

Are you and your family experiencing a bit of cabin fever? Throughout the winter, the IAIS Education Department is offering fun, but informal craft programs on Sunday afternoons. Have fun with your family and friends, explore a variety of craft mediums, and express your creativity while learning about the world around you and connecting with […]

Snow Snake Workshop

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

Did you know that snow snake, a traditional Haudonosaunee (Iroquois) winter game, is still played in many Northern Native American communities? This game involves a stick carved and decorated to resemble a snake. Competitors try to see how far they can throw the stick along a snow trench. Now you have a chance to make […]