International Archaeology Day

Dig into the fun with IAIS Staff and uncover what makes archaeology such a fascinating field of study. Archaeology is the study of objects that people leave behind and helps those in the present figure out what life was like in societies and cultures of the past.  Participate in games and activities; connect with cultural […]

14th Annual Native American-Archaeology Roundtable

Wamogo Regional Highschool 98 Womogo Road, LItchfield, CT, United States

“Recent Discoveries in Connecticut Archaeology: New Light on Old Histories " In the past few years, several significant archaeological sites were discovered, rediscovered, and excavated in Connecticut. They range in age from the deepest history of the Paleo-Indians, dating to over 10,000 years ago, to 18th century Colonial America.  The sites include both Native American […]

Tales from the Rabbit Bag (Inside with IAIS)

Join us for another installment of Tales from the Rabbit Bag. Each Friday, Education Coordinator and Traditional Storyteller Darlene Kascak, STN, shares a story with an important lesson. '

Lovers Leap Legends: A Discussion with Leland and Crystal Payton

Join IAIS' Assistant Director/Curator in a discussion regarding the proliferation of Lover's Leap sites throughout the United States with the authors of Lover's Leap Legends: From Sappho of Lesbos to Wah Wah Tee of Waco, Leland and Crystal Payton (Lense and Pen Press, 2020). We look forward to a lively discussion, and join the conversation […]

Outside with IAIS: Scavenger Hunt Challenge

Perhaps you have a child who is feeling cooped up inside? Maybe you know of a child at heart that feels a bit cooped up, too? We invite our followers young and old to participate in this outdoor scavenger hunt activity created by our education department. This set of challenges can be done in your […]

Tales from the Rabbit Bag (Inside with IAIS)

Join us for another installment of Tales from the Rabbit Bag. Each Friday, Education Coordinator and Traditional Storyteller Darlene Kascak, (STN) shares a story with an important lesson. "How Squirrel got to be the size that he is today" For activities related to our Inside with IAIS series click here  

Tales from the Rabbit Bag

Join us for another installment of Tales from the Rabbit Bag. Each Friday, Education Coordinator and Traditional Storyteller Darlene Kascak, STN, shares a story with an important lesson.

Artifact Highlights- Boudinot basket

Sometimes, artifacts aren't always what they seem on the surface. Join IAIS staff as they explain the deeper truths behind specific artifacts. This week, what does a basket have to do with Connecticut history?

Annual Founder’s Clambake

River Walk Pavilion 11a School Street, Washington Depot, CT, United States

It's that time of year again! Savor local Indigenous foods of lobster, clams, corn, and potatoes while enjoying drumming & dancing by the Thunderbird American Indian Dancers! As we honor our past 45 years with social distancing on our minds, we will limit onsite dinner guests and ALSO offer takeout to guests who want to […]