Celebrate Indigenous People with a series of Speakers, Hands-On Exhibitions, Music and Storytelling at Meigs Point Nature Center
Wild Turkeys: October 5, 2024, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Richard Taylor, CT DEEP Master Wildlife Conservationist will present a program on Connecticut’s Eastern Wild Turkey. No reservations required
Paleoamericans and Peopling of the Northeast: October 6, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Dr. David Leslie’s presentation will focus on the archaeological and geologic evidence surrounding the timing of the arrival of the first peoples of Southern New England. Reservations required via email meigspointevents@gmail.com
Native American Storytelling with Michael Caduto: October 12 2024 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Using song, chants, native instruments, dance and stories from the native cultures of North America, and explore the true nature of Thanksgiving. Reservations required via email meigspointevents@gmail.com
Atlatl: October 13, 2024 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Learn all the atlatl with Gary Nolf and try your hand at throwing this Native American spear. No reservations required.
Quinnetukut: Our Homeland, Our History - October 26, 2024 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
With Darlene Kascak of the Schaghticoke Tribal Nation. Learn of CT’s history from the Native American perspective. Reservations required via email meigspointevents@gmail.com
Daily Lectures, Special Exhibits, Free, Family Friendly, Open to the Public