Native American beliefs, symbols, and stories are passed down from generation to generation as part of a tribe's cultural heritage and their connection to all things in the natural world. Wolves are one of the most sacred and important animals because they are associated with courage, leadership, bravery, and loyalty.
The Institute for American Indian Studies on 38 Curtis Road in Washington Connecticut is hosting a very special program, Wild Wolves of North America, April 20, 2019, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. This riveting program will celebrate Earth Day, wolf conservation, and the heritage that Native Americans share with wolves.
Native Americans learned many important lessons from these highly intelligent pack animals. Wolves mate for life, have a strong and affectionate sense of family, hunt together, and die for each in order for the pack to survive. It is no wonder this noble animal is honored. The wolf is a totem or traditional spiritual animal guide of the Mohican, Ojibwa, and Abenaki; and is revered as part of their ancestry. In the creation story of the Ojibwa, wolves are described as family members.
This program begins with a traditional Native American story told by Professional Native American Storyteller and Education Coordinator of the Institute, Darlene Kascak, Schaghticoke. Afterward, participants will join staff from the Wolf Conservation Center in South Salem, New York, for a special presentation on North America’s wildest residents: wolves. Participants will learn about the history, ecology, biology, and the challenges of survival and recovery wolves face today. A program highlight is the live stream of wolves residing at the Conservation Center that adds to the excitement and a more meaningful understanding of these noble animals.
The cost of this presentation that includes admission to the Institute for American Indian Studies is $10 for Adults, $8 for Seniors, $6 for Children, and free admission for members of the Institute. For questions (860) 868-0518 or general@iaismuseum.org.
About The Institute for American Indian Studies (IAIS)
Located on 15 woodland acres the IAIS preserves and educates through archeology, research, exhibitions, and programs. We have an outdoor replicated 16th c. Algonkian Village, Wigwam Escape Room, Museum with temporary and permanent displays of authentic artifacts from prehistory to the present that allows visitors to foster a new understanding of the world and the history and culture of Native Americans. The Institute for American Indian Studies is located on 38 Curtis Road in Washington Connecticut
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