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Story time at the Institute for American Indian Studies

Listen to tales and learn about the culture of New England's native Americans

The Institute for American Indian Studies located on 38 Curtis Road in Washington, is holding a very special story telling event on Saturday, December 12 beginning at 12:30 p.m. featuring Janis Us of Mohawk/Shinnecock descent.

It has been said that one can better understand a culture through its literature whether it is written or unwritten. Storytelling was, and still, is an integral part of the Native American tradition. It is what breathes life into the culture. As the days grow shorter and the winds blow colder gather with IAIS to listen to delightful and heartwarming traditional Native American stories as told by Janis Us. Please call for reservations. $8 Adults; $10 Children.

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