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Sunday Fun Day Craft Workshops: Beading

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

For thousands of years, many Native peoples decorated clothing and items with materials found in nature, such as shell, stones, seeds and porcupine quills. In more recent centuries, multi-colored glass beads have become a favorite alternative. This week’s workshop will focus on beading basics. Join IAIS Educator Susan Scherf for an introduction into beading techniques […]

Beaded Jewelry Workshop

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

Looking for a unique gift to show appreciation for a special Mother in your life? For thousands of years, many Native peoples decorated clothing and items with materials found in nature, such as shell, stones, seeds and porcupine quills. In more recent centuries, multi-colored glass beads have become a favorite alternative. Join IAIS Education Department […]

Beaded Jewelry Workshop

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

For thousands of years, many Native peoples decorated clothing and items with materials found in nature, such as shell, stones, seeds and porcupine quills. In more recent centuries, multi-colored glass beads have become a favorite alternative. Join IAIS Education Department staff for a small group, beading workshop appropriate for a variety of age levels and […]

$10 – $15

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“Resilience: Honoring Those Lost, Those Murdered, and Those Who Still Search” Poetry and Discussion with Osage Artist Dante Biss-Grayson

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

November 13th, 4:00pm-6:00pm The installation explores the root causes of the MMIW epidemic. Through spreading awareness the artist promotes actionable change. According to the Urban Health Institute, 5,712 cases of MMIW were reported in 2016, of these, only 116 were logged into the Department of Justice Database. Dante Biss-Grayson, in this ongoing installation honors those […]

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Snow Snake Workshop

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

Saturday, January 29, 11:00am and 2:00pm Did you know that snow snake, a traditional Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) winter game, is still played today in many Northern Native American communities? This game involves a stick that is carved and decorated to resemble a snake. Competitors throw the stick along a snow trench and try to see how […]

The Sweet Taste of Success: A Maple Syrup Workshop

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

Learn about the history of maple syrup production, as well as various tips and techniques on how to do it yourself in your own backyard. About This Event As the days get warmer, but the nights remain cold, it’s the right condition for maple sugaring! Native Americans were the first people to use the gifts […]

$5 – $15

Drum Making Workshop

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

Make your own 14" rawhide hand drum About This Event Drums have been an important part of Native American cultures throughout the Americas for centuries. Learn about the history of these instruments, as well as their continued importance to Native American culture as you make your very own rawhide drum. The drums made in this […]

$90 – $110

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Bark Basket Workshop with Jennifer Lee

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

Spend the day in a woodland environment making a bark basket using traditional materials, guided by artist and educator Jennifer Lee About This Event Baskets have long been an integral part of Native American culture as storage containers, carrying baskets, cradleboards and in burial practices. Bark from pine, ash, or birch was often used to […]

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Beaded Earring Workshop

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

Saturday, September 10 1:00 pm  For thousands of years, many Native peoples have decorated clothing and items with materials found in nature, such as shell, stones, seeds and porcupine quills. In more recent centuries, multi-colored glass beads have become a favorite medium, as well. In this wonderful workshop hosted by IAIS Educator Irene Norman (Mohawk […]

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Let’s Get Fired Up! Traditional Pottery Workshop

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

September 24th, 25th & October 1st1:00pm - 4:00pm Join a three-day workshop where participants will be guided through the construction and pit-firing of their own clay vessel. Learn about elements of traditional pottery, including clay sourcing, temper, building methods, surface treatment, decoration and firing. Along the way, participants will learn about types of pottery found […]