Have A Hoot of A Time @ Institute for American Indian Studies Make a Birch Bark Owl January 23

 Many people love owls with their flat faces and forward-looking eyes that look more like us than any other bird. If your children love this magnificent bird, sign them up for the craft workshop on how to make an owl out of birch bark at the Institute for American Indian Studies on Sunday, January 23. Participants can sign up for one of three timeslots @ 1 p.m., 2 p.m., or 3 p.m. This workshop is perfect for kids five years and older. 

Kids will be hooting with enthusiasm about this engaging educational workshop to all their friends and family. They will learn about the environmental adaptations and cultural importance of owls to Native American communities while crafting their very own birch bark owl. In this way, children will connect and learn from a culture that has thousands of years of history in the area where they live.

There are diverse beliefs about owls in different Native cultures. While specific beliefs differed from tribe to tribe, owls were often both feared and revered. Many of these beliefs come from the very adaptations of owls that make them such great hunters. A special highlight of this workshop will be the lessons that can be learned from these stories and adaptations of owls.

Space is available per session and is limited. Pre-registration is required. To reserve your space please call 860-868-0518, email events@iaismuseum.org or click here to register online. The cost of participation is $15 for non-members and $5 for members including materials. Please note that masks are required for all participants regardless of vaccination status until further notice. 

About Institute for American Indian Studies

Located on 15 acres of woodland acres the Institute For American Indian Studies preserves and educates through archeology, research, exhibitions, and programs. They have the 16^th c. Algonquian Village, Award-Winning Wigwam Escape, and a 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, Washington, CT.