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LHAC Lecture Series: Archaeology of Lover’s Leap with Dr. Laurie Weinstein

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

The Litchfield Hills Archaeology Club (LHAC) welcomes Dr. Laurie Weinstein, professor emeritus of anthropology at Western Connecticut State University. Join Dr. Weinstein, who directed WSCU’s archaeological field school at Lover’s Leap State Park in New Milford, as she discusses the significance of the research that she and her students uncovered at this very significant Native […]

Through a Different Lens: Native American Film Screening Series – Rumble

Minor Memorial Library 23 South Street, Roxbury, CT, United States

In partnership with the Minor Memorial Library in Roxbury, IAIS is proud to announce the first in a series of Native American film and documentary screenings that will focus on historical and contemporary topics. Many of these films either feature Native American actors, or were produced by various Native American film teams. Rumble: The Indians […]

Wigwam Escape

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

Wigwam Escape is now open! It is a new, immersive and hands on learning experience through the Institute for American Indian Studies, located in Washington CT. Visitors will experience elements of daily life for Native people, by being transported back to the year 1518. This didactic adventure game will encourage learners ages 12 and up […]

Wigwam Escape

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

Wigwam Escape is now open! It is a new, immersive and hands on learning experience through the Institute for American Indian Studies, located in Washington CT. Visitors will experience elements of daily life for Native people, by being transported back to the year 1518. This didactic adventure game will encourage learners ages 12 and up […]

Sunday FunDay Crafts

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

Do you have children who are experiencing a bit of cabin fever with the winter weather? Throughout the winder, IAIS will be offering fun, informal craft programs on Sunday afternoons. Crafts will range from beading to pottery, and are a great way for families to express their creativity and practice different skills while learning about […]

Wigwam Escape

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

Wigwam Escape is now open! It is a new, immersive and hands on learning experience through the Institute for American Indian Studies, located in Washington CT. Visitors will experience elements of daily life for Native people, by being transported back to the year 1518. This didactic adventure game will encourage learners ages 12 and up […]

Wigwam Escape

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

Wigwam Escape is now open! It is a new, immersive and hands on learning experience through the Institute for American Indian Studies, located in Washington CT. Visitors will experience elements of daily life for Native people, by being transported back to the year 1518. This didactic adventure game will encourage learners ages 12 and up […]

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 […]

Wigwam Escape

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

Wigwam Escape is now open! It is a new, immersive and hands on learning experience through the Institute for American Indian Studies, located in Washington CT. Visitors will experience elements of daily life for Native people, by being transported back to the year 1518. This didactic adventure game will encourage learners ages 12 and up […]

Stolen Sisters: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women – Raising Awareness Discussion with Erin Lamb Meeches

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

As a group that has been "socially, economically, and politically marginalized," Indigenous women have been frequent targets for hatred and violence. Underlying factors such as poverty and homelessness contribute to their victimization, as do historical factors such as racism, sexism, and the legacy of colonialism. Indigenous women are between 3 and 3.5 times more likely […]