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Walking With Both Eyes Open: Scientific and Indigenous Knowledge at IAIS

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

Saturday, September 9 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Etuaptmumk is a Mi'kmaw saying that translates to "Two-Eyed Seeing." As attributed to Mi'kmaw Elder Albert Marshall, this concept refers to learning from one eye the strengths of Indigenous knowledge, and from the other eye the strengths of "Western" scientific knowledge. As part of the annual Housatonic […]

From the Earth and the Sea: Founders’ Lobster Clambake

River Walk Pavillion 11A School Street, Washington, CT, United States

Saturday, September 16 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM Savor local Indigenous foods of lobster, clams, corn, and potatoes while enjoying drumming & dancing as performed by members of the Redhawk Indigenous Arts Council! At this annual event, we give thanks to the many members, visitors, volunteers, and supporters who have helped to make our museum a […]

Natural Fiber Finger Weaving Basket Workshop with Eva Newell

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

Saturday, September 23 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM As a follow up to the sold out finger weaving basket workshop in June, we are once again pleased to host artist and educator Eva Newell (Member of Pokanoket Tribe, Pokanoket Nation; Cape Sable Island Wampanoag, Nauset and Cree descent). In this workshop, participants will construct a […]

September Virtual Book Club Discussion – A Pipe For February

Wednesday, September 27 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM This is a virtual event via ZOOM Looking to expand your reading list and discuss a variety of issues and topics important to Native people? Please join our virtual book club, As They Speak: Native Voices in Today’s Literature. Based on a variety of topics and featuring […]

Orange Shirt Day: Documentary Screening and Empty Shoe Display

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

Saturday, September 30 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Orange Shirt Day is observed on September 30 in Indigenous communities throughout North America. This annual event commemorates the residential school experience in Indigenous communities, and serves as a reminder to commit to the ongoing process of reconciliation. This year, join IAIS staff for a screening and […]

Finding Your Bearings at IAIS: Orienteering Workshop

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

Sunday, October 15 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Throughout time, humans have used different techniques to navigate their surroundings and find a sense of place. These are still useful skills in case your GPS loses its signal!  Join IAIS Educator and Ecologist Susan Scherf for an interactive workshop in which participants will learn various methods […]

Artifact ID Day with IAIS Research Department

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

Saturday, October 21 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Do you have any stone artifacts or Northeastern Native American cultural items? Between 1:00 and 4:00pm, our Research Department will be hosting an Artifact I.D. Day. Join the conversation as we identify and provide interesting commentary about your items. While we can’t appraise or speculate about the […]

Mohegan Cultural Program

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

Sunday, October 22 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Indigenous peoples’ history has often been recounted for them by people outside of their communities, but they have their own stories to tell. Join David Eichelberg (Pataqaham Wahsoohs), Outreach and Tradition Specialist for the Mohegan Tribe for an interactive presentation on the history, culture, and tradition of […]

October Virtual Book Club – The Only Good Indians

Wednesday, October 25 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM This is a Virtual Event Looking to expand your reading list and discuss a variety of issues and topics important to Native people? Please join our virtual book club, As They Speak: Native Voices in Today’s Literature. Based on a variety of topics and featuring a range […]

The Barkhamsted Lighthouse Book Talk with Dr. Ken Feder

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

Sunday, October 29 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Deep in the woods of Barkhamsted, Connecticut archaeologist Ken Feder found a series of irregular cellar holes that led to an archaeological and genealogical investigation   into what had come to be known as the legend of the Barkhamsted Lighthouse. In the mid-1700s, Molly and James Chaugham, […]