River Walk Pavilion, 11A School Street, Washington Depot Savor local indigenous foods of lobster, clams, corn, and potatoes while enjoying drumming & dance by the Thunderbird American Indian Dancers! After […]
Many of the animals all around us have been important to the Native inhabitants of the Eastern Woodlands for thousands of years. Have you ever wondered which animals were native […]
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 […]
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]
Join the conversation as Director of Research & Collections, Lucianne Lavin, Ph.D. identifies and provides interesting commentary about your local stone objects and Northeastern Native American cultural items. While we […]
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 […]
Archaeology is the study of the past through the objects people leave behind. From this study, archaeologists can learn about past societies. Dig into the fun with IAIS’ staff as […]
Did you know that Native Americans have served their country with the highest record of service per capita when compared with the general American population and to any other ethnic […]
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 […]
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 […]