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Bringing together Pequot and Sister Nation Artists, the Kunâhneepamuhshâtunônak “Our Moons” exhibit illustrates who we are as a people and the importance of Indigenous relationships. Our new exhibit represents the Indigenous teachings of how the cycles of the moon have continually provided guidance and support for the original people of the Northeast through visual articulation of the language
we call art. Our story lives on…
July 13 – August 23, 2024
This summer in July and August 2024 at the Pequot Museum we will be offering a variety of culture filled fun and educational programs, workshops and events for families and friends of all ages. Join us each day Wednesday-Saturday for some of the best experiences that Mashantucket has to offer at the largest Native American museum in the world!
July 24, 2024
Special Guest Nacoma Jackson
Join Eastern Pequot artisan Nacoma to participate in making your own custom beaded earrings or chokers.
July 27, 2024
We invite you to join us as we read from the illustrated picture book “We Are Water Protectors”, written by Ojibwe author Carole Lindstrom.
Following the reading session, participants can enjoy a hands-on craft activity full of colors & creativity in our Circle of Stories Activity Class.
Included with Purchase of General Admission
July 31, 2024
Special Guest Morningstar’s Fashion & Design
Join Morningstar as she teaches participants how to make simple Indigenous beaded earrings. Participants will be able to pick fun colors of their choice to collaborate into a beautiful design.
August 15, 2024
Join us for the Wetu Book Club talking circle hosted by the Executive Director of the Pequot Museum, Joshua Carter, for a discussion about Stephen Graham Jones ’s book The Only Good Indians.
August 17, 2024
Join us at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center for the 2024 Three Sister’s Community Fundraiser to support and learn about our public programs and fundraising efforts as it relates to our outdoor learning spaces.
The event will be inclusive of food. music, and program highlights in support of inspiring programs from an indigenous perspective related to current and future science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) needs of our region.
Attendees will also celebrate the innovators in our community with a special presentation of the 2024 Three Sister’s Community Award while experiencing culture through song and dance presentations, along with a silent auction and a chance to win great raffle prizes.
November 9, 2024
The Honoring the Veterans Powwow unites and honors Native and non-Native Americans who have bravely served side by side in the U.S. Armed Forces for more than 200 years. Drawing nearly 1,000 veterans, active -duty service members, families and members each year, attendees will be immersed in breathtaking performances, amazing hand-crafted regalia and traditional music as dancers and singers compete inside the soaring, two-story, glass-encased Gathering Space.