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Brown Bag Book Club

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

Bring your lunch and love of books! Each month we will read and discuss a new book over a meal. This month, join IAIS staff in a discussion of Charles C. Mann’s bestselling book 1491. Mann describes life in the pre-Columbus Americas with wit, intelligence and a dash of awe. With an ambitious scope, Mann paints a detailed portrait of the Americas and describes the “New World” Civilizations that rose long before Europeans “discovered” them. Stop by our Four Directions Gift Shop to purchase your copy!

Included in price of admission: $10 Adults; $8 Seniors; $6 Children; IAIS Members free.

Litchfield Hills Archaeology Club Lecture Series: CT Indians in the US Colored Infantry

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

Historians have often considered “colored” Civil War units through the lens of African-American history only. As a result, the accepted historical narrative regards United States Colored Troops as regiments consisting solely of African-American men, neglecting the Indian men and individuals of Indian descent who also served alongside their African American comrades. In actuality, such units contained Native American men from the region along with individuals from China, East India, Hawaii, St. Helena and Spain. Join military historian David Naumec in a discussion of Connecticut Indians’ participation in the Civil War.
Fee: $5 General Public; LHAC Members free.

$5

Litchfield Hills Archaeology Club Lecture Series: CT Indians in the US Colored Infantry

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

Historians have often considered “colored” Civil War units through the lens of African-American history only. As a result, the accepted historical narrative regards United States Colored Troops as regiments consisting solely of African-American men, neglecting the Indian men and individuals of Indian descent who also served alongside their African American comrades. In actuality, such units contained Native American men from the region along with individuals from China, East India, Hawaii, St. Helena and Spain. Join military historian David Naumec in a discussion of Connecticut Indians’ participation in the Civil War.
Fee: $5 General Public; LHAC Members free.

$5

Litchfield Hills Archaeology Club Lecture Series: CT Indians in the US Colored Infantry

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

Historians have often considered “colored” Civil War units through the lens of African-American history only. As a result, the accepted historical narrative regards United States Colored Troops as regiments consisting solely of African-American men, neglecting the Indian men and individuals of Indian descent who also served alongside their African American comrades. In actuality, such units contained Native American men from the region along with individuals from China, East India, Hawaii, St. Helena and Spain. Join military historian David Naumec in a discussion of Connecticut Indians’ participation in the Civil War.
Fee: $5 General Public; LHAC Members free.

$5

Learn to Play the Chippewa Courting Flute with Allan Madahbee!

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

The courting flute is one of the oldest known instruments in the world. As the name suggests, a young man would play these flutes in courting rituals to serenade his intended. Ojibway artist and musician Allan Madahbee will teach participants basic songs and sounds while learning the history and process of how these handcrafted instruments are made. Replicated flutes are provided for use, as well as to take home. No musical background necessary! Limited space. Reservations Required.
Fee: $60; $50 IAIS Members

$60

Learn to Play the Chippewa Courting Flute with Allan Madahbee!

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

The courting flute is one of the oldest known instruments in the world. As the name suggests, a young man would play these flutes in courting rituals to serenade his intended. Ojibway artist and musician Allan Madahbee will teach participants basic songs and sounds while learning the history and process of how these handcrafted instruments are made. Replicated flutes are provided for use, as well as to take home. No musical background necessary! Limited space. Reservations Required.
Fee: $60; $50 IAIS Members

$60

Learn to Play the Chippewa Courting Flute with Allan Madahbee!

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

The courting flute is one of the oldest known instruments in the world. As the name suggests, a young man would play these flutes in courting rituals to serenade his intended. Ojibway artist and musician Allan Madahbee will teach participants basic songs and sounds while learning the history and process of how these handcrafted instruments are made. Replicated flutes are provided for use, as well as to take home. No musical background necessary! Limited space. Reservations Required.
Fee: $60; $50 IAIS Members

$60

DIY Felt Moccasin Slipper Workshop

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

Imagine the fun your children will have creating their own custom-fitted felt moccasin slippers to wear around the house on these cold winter days! Learn and utilize the same methods and technique used by Native American people for thousands of years.
Fee: $25; $15 IAIS Members

$25

DIY Felt Moccasin Slipper Workshop

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

Imagine the fun your children will have creating their own custom-fitted felt moccasin slippers to wear around the house on these cold winter days! Learn and utilize the same methods and technique used by Native American people for thousands of years.
Fee: $25; $15 IAIS Members

$25

DIY Felt Moccasin Slipper Workshop

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

Imagine the fun your children will have creating their own custom-fitted felt moccasin slippers to wear around the house on these cold winter days! Learn and utilize the same methods and technique used by Native American people for thousands of years.
Fee: $25; $15 IAIS Members

$25