Have you heard the news? Over the summer we are rebuilding our replicated Algonkian village using traditional tools and techniques common to the region hundreds of years ago. Many of our members and visitors are curious about how this is done. Griffin Kalin, IAIS educator, will be in the village to answer your questions and […]
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 you eat, get up on your feet to join in the dancing! Reservations required by August 31st; later reservations may be subject to an additional […]
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 to this region, how to identify them, how Native Americans traditionally interacted with them, and about their continued importance to this day? If so, join […]
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]
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 can't appraise or speculate about the value of an object, we can certainly talk about the who, what, when, where, and how of your mystery […]
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 […]
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 we uncover what makes archaeology such an interesting subject of study. Do you have a question for an archaeologist? Our staff archaeologists will be on […]
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 group? Each year IAIS honors local Native Americans who have served in the United States Military. This year, we will be honoring Charles Lindberg Kilson, […]
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 […]