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A Journey Through Time
A 20,000 YEAR ADVENTURE
A Standards-Based, Research Field Study Guide for Group Tours
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2 Please check our website periodically for future exhibits in the Mashantucket Gallery: www.pequotmuseum.org
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Common Core State Standards On Exhibit
Visit the Mashantucket Gallery to explore the meaning and significance of bison from the Plains Indian cultures of the 1800s to its use as a commercial and national symbol today. Through remarkable objects made from bison, vivid images, hands-on materials, a video presentation, and interactive displays, The Bison: American Icon charts the dramatic changes that occurred to the creature and its habitat, and to the people who depended on it for their daily existence. Free with Museum admission, free to Museum members.This exhibition has been made possible through NEH on the Road, a special initiative of the National Endowment for the Humanities. It is brought to you by Mid-American Arts Alliance, with additional support from FM Global. The Bison: American Icon was organized by the C.M. Russell Museum, Great Falls, MT.
For future exhibits, visit pequotmuseum.org/SpecialExhibits
Through Oct. 28, 9 am–5 pm
Sept. 27, 2014, 9 am–5 pmEducators’ Open House Calling all teachers! Join us for this year’s Open House and receive free admission for you and a guest. Update your fall lesson plans. Try your hand at making a cornhusk doll in the Gathering Space at 11 am, $5. At 1 and 3 pm, take an abbreviated Exhibit Highlights tour with a museum educator. Join Collections Manager Meredith Vasta for a teachers-only look at our collections, at 12, 1, and 2 pm, limited to 10 each session; register at check-in. Drop in to the panel discussion about cultural appropriation, stereotypes, and mascots, 1–3 pm in the Auditorium. Proof of school affiliation required at check-in. Registration is recommended. Call (800) 411-9671 or email [email protected] by Sept. 20.
The Museum has a commitment to excellence in the development of our tours and enrichment programs. Our educational programming is designed to meet current state social studies and science standards and is aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Our inquiry-based tours guide 21st century learners to glean information from exhibits, foster independence, and encourage life-long museum appreciation. Every enrichment program has built-in opportunities for students to develop skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and language practices within the content areas. We are happy to accommodate the needs of every classroom, either through prearranged programs or collaboration on a custom program design.
Questioning & PlanningWe believe that carefully crafted questions provide the foundation for a meaningful learning experience.
Primary Sources & EvidenceOur museum provides a unique learning environment rich with primary texts and artifacts that are unmatched by any book.
Investigation & InterpretationStudents are encouraged to refine their critical thinking skills though the evaluation of sources and investigation of problems.
Communicating ConclusionsOur educators facilitate an in-depth engagement with Pequot history from which students are able to effectively reach and communicate their own conclusions.
Cultures & PerspectivesUnderstanding cultural diversity is a vital skill to have in the classroom and the future work place. Our educational programs provide a safe place to share viewpoints and learn about our differences.
Not just historyOur museum is an ideal source for edification on Pequot history and contemporary culture. However, the scope of the Museum spans across content areas and would be a relevant and engaging learning space for any subject from science to art.
Teacher Services & Resources
The Research Library contains books and a wide range of media on the histories and cultures of Native people of North America.The Children’s Library contains current and historical materials for children, by and about Native people. The Education Collection offers teachers help with Native American topics and projects in the classroom.Archives & Special Collections holds materials of enduring value to the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal
Nation, including original source materials such as maps, deeds, and correspondence, documenting early contact between Native Americans and colonists of New England.To find out more about the libraries and archives, please email: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]
The Libraries & Archives
Professional Development WorkshopsWorking on curriculum development and lesson planning on Native culture and history? The Museum is an excellent teaching resource. Our workshops are designed specifically for elementary and secondary school teachers and include a resource packet and a visit to the research libraries. We are willing to design a workshop around just about any topic. $45/35 for Museum members, includes admission to the exhibits.
Examples of Past Workshops• Unlearning Stereotypes: A Look at Diversity and Multicultural Education
• The Role of Storytelling in Native Cultures: Native Literature and the Oral Tradition
• Sharing Native Values Through Art: A Look at Eastern Woodland Cultures; the Meaning of Images, Symbols, and Designs in Native Cultures
• The Role of Native Women: Today and Yesterday
• Federal Recognition and Tribal Sovereignty
• Evaluating Materials for Children about American Indians: Children’s Library
• The Culturally Responsive Classroom
Teacher PreviewsTeachers: Before bringing your students for the first time, we invite you to schedule an exhibit site visit. Meet with an educator to explore the appropriate tours and enrichment programs that are available for your class. Learn about upcoming teacher workshops. Receive a resource information packet. The reduced teacher preview price is $10 each. Advance reservations are required. Call (860) 396-6839.
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Visit us on the web at pequotmuseum.org or call (860) 396-6839 to make your reservations today! Text PEQUOT to 22828 to join the Pequot Museum mailing list. Do you tweet? Text follow pequotmuseum to 40404 and follow us on twitter.com.
*Note: GPS directions to the Museum are not always reliable.
From Hartford Take I-84 East to Exit 55 Route 2. Stay on Route 2, drive past Foxwoods, and take the Route 214 exit. Drive 3/10 mile to the third light and turn right onto the Pequot Trail. The Public Safety Building is on the left. Museum is ahead on the right. Group entrance is the second entrance.*
From Worcester Take I-395 South to Exit 85 in Connecticut. Go straight to the second traf f ic light and turn left onto Route 164 South. Follow Route 164 to the end, approximately 7 miles. Turn left onto Route 2 East. Drive past Foxwoods, and take the Route 214 exit. Drive 3/10 mile to the third light and turn right onto the Pequot Trail. The Public Safety Building is on the left. Museum is ahead on the right. Group entrance is the second entrance.*
From R.I. & Points North Follow Route 95 South to Exit 92. At the bottom of the ramp go straight to the second stop light and turn right on to Route 2 West , continue on route 2 for 8 miles. Take the Foxwoods Boulevard Exit. Move to the left hand lane for Route 214 West. Drive 3/10 mile to the third light and turn right onto the Pequot Trail. The Public Safety Building is on the left. Museum is ahead on the right. Group entrance is the second entrance*
From NYC/New Haven Follow Route 95 North to Exit 92. Turn left onto Route 2 West. Stay on Route 2 West for 8 miles. Take the Foxwoods Boulevard exit, then move to the left hand lane for Route 214 West. Drive 3/10 mile to the third light and turn right onto Pequot Trail. The Public Safety Building is on the left. Museum is ahead on the right. Group entrance is the second entrance*
Directions
Meet the ExpertsScan this QR code with your smartphone and watch short video messages from some of the Pequot Museum’s staff.
Download a free QR code reader at http://www.i-nigma.mobi
Doug CurrieHead of Conservation
Dr. Jason ManciniSenior Researcher
Kimberly ShockleyPublic Programs Director
Dr. Kevin A. McBrideDirector of Research
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How to Make a Reservation Group Sales OfficeGroup Sales Coordinator: (860) 396-6839 or (800) 411-9671, Ext. 66839, or [email protected].
RatesA minimum of 10 people is required for all group rates. Students: through high school. Seniors: 55 and older. Payment is due upon arrival and may be made with cash, check, purchase order, or credit card. Checks are made payable to MPMRC.
Group Rates & Reservations
Chaperone PolicyStudents visiting the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center (MPMRC) must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The MPMRC requires one supervising adult with every five students for grades PreK–3 and one chaperone per every ten students for grades 4–12. If your group is participating in an enrichment program, a limited number of adults are permitted in the classroom at no additional charge.
Lunch OptionsExpress Lunches — Save time and money by ordering affordable hot & cold lunches at least one week in advance: (860) 396-6839.
Student Lunchroom — Bring lunch with you and use our facilities.
Pre-Packaged Souvenir Gift BagsThe Museum’s gift shop prepares special souvenir packages for your students to take home. Items are individually packaged and available to pick up and pay for on the day of your visit. Choose from $4, $6, or $10 packages. To order, call the gift shop at least one week in advance: (860) 396-6877 or fax (860) 396-7012.
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Virtual Programs Using Skype™ SoftwareTake a journey through New England’s history without leaving the classroom or workplace. We now offer real-time outreach programs through the use of Skype™ software to educate enthusiasts around the country and even across the globe. If you have Skype™ loaded on your computer, we can provide a program for your group. For topics, see listings on pages 8. $325 for 45-minute program.
• Call to schedule your program 3–6 weeks in advance.
• Payment due two weeks in advance.• School groups require a teacher (or other adult
from your organization) to remain in the room during the presentation.
• Schedule your first program to begin at or after 9:30 am.
• Try to set aside one room for all your programs to minimize set-up time for Museum staff.
• Allow 15 minutes between programs and 30 minutes for lunch.
Outreach Reservation Information
MPMRC charges a fee of $50 for cancellations with less than a one-week notice. Cancellations due to inclement weather can be rescheduled at no charge.
Outreach For Schools, Libraries, Adult Groups, & Corporations
Museum educators preparing for a virtual program.
Add an enrichment program $5 per personAdd a second tour $5 per personAdd a craft workshop $8 per person
Self-Guided Tours$15 per adult $13 per senior $13 per college student $10 per student
Guided Tours $15 per college student $20 per adult $15 per senior $10 per student$10 per chaperone — 1 per 5 students, grades 1–3;
1 per 10 students, grades 4–12
MPMRC charges a fee of $50 for cancellations with less than a one-week notice. Cancellations due to inclement weather can be rescheduled at no charge.
Guided ToursGuided tours are one hour in length. An orientation packet with a confirmation letter and suggested readings and activities is mailed shortly after your reservation is confirmed. Groups are free to explore the exhibits on their own before or after their guided tours.
Exhibit HighlightsRecommended for Grades 5–AdultThis tour provides an overview of the Pequot experience, highlighting exhibit areas from 18,000 years ago up to present day, pointing out the important connection of the land, the people, community, and family.
Through the Eyes of a Pequot ChildRecommended for Grades K–Adult Imaginations soar with the sights, sounds, and smells in the 16th century Pequot Village. This tour promotes understanding of Pequot life before contact and demonstrates the importance of family and community.
Gifts of the Land & WatersRecommended for Grades K–AdultDiscover why Native people have great respect for the natural world and why resources are valued as “gifts.” Stone, bone, shell, and wood were appreciated because they could be transformed into useful objects. Students explore the seasonal dioramas and learn how each season brings different gifts — obtained from both the land and water. The tour for Grades K-3 focuses on Ice Age mammals including dire wolves, giant beaver, and mastodon.
Life on the ReservationRecommended for Grades 4–AdultUpper-level students (Grades 7–12) learn about the harsh impact of reservation life and how the conflicting elements of social, political, and economic changes reshaped the Pequot world. Contemporary issues of federal recognition and sovereignty conclude the tour. Elementary students (Grades 4-6) learn about Pequot ancestors who lived at Mashantucket and the difficult decisions they had to make to survive. Hear the stories of Sachem Robin Cassacinamon and Hannah Ocuish who became a servant at the age of six.
Self ToursTeachers may elect to conduct their own tours for students, using a favorite space for an in-depth exploration, like the Caribou Hunt or the Pequot Village.
V.I.P. ToursNot all of the Museum’s collections are on display. Our Museum staff members provide an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at a few of our treasures from the vaults. No more than 10 people per group, 16 years old and older. 90-minutes, includes 1-hour Exhibit Highlights tour. $250
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Museum Educator ProgramsThe Pequot Story: Celebrating HeritageOur traveling programs bring an educator with a variety of hands-on objects, photographs, and materials to illustrate Pequot lives and activities as they changed over time beginning with a look at a 16th-century coastal village. Participants learn how the arrival of Europeans brought dramatic changes and explore the similarities and differences of Pequot people today. The program includes a Native perspective which did not change over time — the importance of respecting Mother Earth — because the way we care for the environment today impacts upon our children for generations to come. Presentations are 45 minutes. Our educators can tailor their topics and presentations to the age group.
Archaeology’s Window to the Past: Interpreting Refuse Pits, Can You Dig It?, See Page 7 for description.
Craft Workshops, See Page 7 for description.
$250 for 1 classroom program $400 for 3 classroom programs $325 for 2 classroom programs $475 for an auditorium program, 4th Grade & up (slide presentation) *Mileage: $.56/mile within 60-mile radius. $50 surcharge for 61–100 mile radius
Outreach For Schools, Libraries, Adult Groups, & Corporations
Expert Speakers ProgramsThe Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center staff includes experts who offer 45-minute presentations either at the Museum or at your site. Choose from topics listed below or contact us for a custom program.
Dr. Kevin McBride, director of the Research Department
Dr. Jason Mancini, senior researcher
Doug Currie, head of Conservation
Expert Speaker FeesOn-site presentations (admission extra)$300; maximum 80 people (held in classroom)$450; maximum 325 people (held in auditorium)
Off-site presentations*$450; up to 100 people, plus mileage$600; more than 100 people, plus mileage
• Paleo-Environments and Climatic Change• Native American Land-Use Practices• Colonial Land-Use Practices• Native Americans in Colonial Wars• Ancient (or Native and/or Colonial) Landscapes• Native American Forts• Battlefields of the Pequot War
• Battlefields of King Philip’s War• Battlefield Archaeology• Archaeology• Underwater Archaeology• New Theories on Peopling of the Americas• Slavery and Servitude• Cultural Landscapes in New England
• New England’s Indian Mariners• Communities of Color (Native and African
Peoples in New England)• Urban Indians• Race and Ethnicity in Indian New England• Tribal Histories in New England• How Indians Lost Their Land
• Slavery and Servitude• New England Indians in the 20th Century• New England Indians in the New Millennium
(Contemporary Native Americans)• Pictorial History of Indian New England• Cultural Landscapes in New England
• Preservation of Material Culture (Historic and Contemporary)
• Research of Artifacts Using Scientific Methods• Ethical Issues in Preservation of Indigenous
Cultural Material
• Museums as Stewards of the Past• New England Material Culture of the
17th Century
*Mileage: $.56/mile within 60-mile radius. $50 surcharge for 61–100 mile radius
Science ProgramsScience Programs strengthen informal science skills focusing on environment and ecology.
Coastal Connections: Fishing Without PolesRecommended for Grades 4–8The Pequot people are known as “the people of shallow waters.” Students learn about the Pequot relationship with the estuaries of Long Island Sound and why knowledge of the tides, currents, moon cycles, and the changing seasons were important to Pequot fishermen. Dynamic small-group activities engage students in discovering Native relationships with marine ecosystems and stimulate critical thinking. One-hour program.
Archaeology’s Window to the Past: Interpreting Refuse Pits, Can You Dig It?*Recommended for Grades 4–AdultDo you know why archaeology is sometimes called “our window to the past?” Students discover the answer to this question in a hands-on enrichment program. Students are divided into small groups to work with simulated refuse heaps from three different time periods in Pequot history. Their task is to identify and interpret artifacts from each time period, understand why cultures change over time, and the reasons for change. One-hour program.
Inside The Fort: The Archaeology of A 17th-Century Pequot SiteRecommended for Grades 5–AdultWhat does an archaeological site look like and how do archaeologists figure out what happened there? Join us for this hands-on exploration of a 1670s’ Pequot settlement. It begins in one of our classrooms where you learn to make and read site maps, study artifacts, and try to reconstruct the everyday lives of Pequot people. Then you’ll tour one of our exhibits and visit the actual site, weather permitting. Site tours are not available December–March. 90-minute program.
Our Enrichment Programs, led by Museum educators, are designed to stimulate critical thinking skills and offer innovative hands-on opportunities and group interaction.
Social Studies ProgramsSocial Studies Programs strengthen historical thinking and language arts.
Witness to a Genocide: A Social Justice ApproachRecommended for Grades 9–AdultBy taking a detailed look at the 1637 massacre of a Pequot village and the ensuing centuries of oppression faced by the Pequot people, students examine how our personal actions can carry serious consequences. The film, The Witness, is part of the program content. Two-hour program.
Life Without a Supermarket: A 16th-Century Native Coastal CommunityRecommended for Grades 3–6In this enrichment program in the Pequot Daily Life gallery, students discover how Pequots lived without malls and shopping centers. They learn how Native people constructed dug-out canoes, built housing, enhanced personal appearance, and prepared food. This hands-on experience gives students a better understanding of how Native people transformed the natural resources into useful common items. One-hour program.
History DetectivesRecommended for Grades 4–7In this hands-on program, students view a 10-minute film, study, explore, and uncover historic documents, maps, and artifacts representing experiences of Pequot families who lived in Mashantucket or in nearby communities. With this engaging detective approach, students gain a better understanding of the lives and experiences of Native American families and how they have struggled to maintain their cultural identity in 20th century Connecticut. 90-minute program.
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Photo of Ephraim Williams (1865–1929), from the Pequot Lives: Almost Vanished exhibit.See Page 4 for rates.
These workshops are one-hour long and recommended for ages 6 and older.
Craft Workshops*
Native Games shares some of the early pastimes enjoyed by Pequot children. Students complete and play a traditional game.
Wampum Bracelets teaches how wampum beads were made from quahog shells. Students make their own replicated wampum bracelet.
Pinch Pottery enables students to make and shape a small traditional-style Northeastern pinch pot.
Corn Husk Creations offers students an opportunity to take home a simple game or figure made from corn husks.
*Also offered as Outreach Programs. See Page 8.
Science ProgramsScience Programs strengthen informal science skills focusing on environment and ecology.
Coastal Connections: Fishing Without PolesRecommended for Grades 4–8The Pequot people are known as “the people of shallow waters.” Students learn about the Pequot relationship with the estuaries of Long Island Sound and why knowledge of the tides, currents, moon cycles, and the changing seasons were important to Pequot fishermen. Dynamic small-group activities engage students in discovering Native relationships with marine ecosystems and stimulate critical thinking. One-hour program.
Archaeology’s Window to the Past: Interpreting Refuse Pits, Can You Dig It?*Recommended for Grades 4–AdultDo you know why archaeology is sometimes called “our window to the past?” Students discover the answer to this question in a hands-on enrichment program. Students are divided into small groups to work with simulated refuse heaps from three different time periods in Pequot history. Their task is to identify and interpret artifacts from each time period, understand why cultures change over time, and the reasons for change. One-hour program.
Inside The Fort: The Archaeology of A 17th-Century Pequot SiteRecommended for Grades 5–AdultWhat does an archaeological site look like and how do archaeologists figure out what happened there? Join us for this hands-on exploration of a 1670s’ Pequot settlement. It begins in one of our classrooms where you learn to make and read site maps, study artifacts, and try to reconstruct the everyday lives of Pequot people. Then you’ll tour one of our exhibits and visit the actual site, weather permitting. Site tours are not available December–March. 90-minute program.
Our Enrichment Programs, led by Museum educators, are designed to stimulate critical thinking skills and offer innovative hands-on opportunities and group interaction.
Social Studies ProgramsSocial Studies Programs strengthen historical thinking and language arts.
Witness to a Genocide: A Social Justice ApproachRecommended for Grades 9–AdultBy taking a detailed look at the 1637 massacre of a Pequot village and the ensuing centuries of oppression faced by the Pequot people, students examine how our personal actions can carry serious consequences. The film, The Witness, is part of the program content. Two-hour program.
Life Without a Supermarket: A 16th-Century Native Coastal CommunityRecommended for Grades 3–6In this enrichment program in the Pequot Daily Life gallery, students discover how Pequots lived without malls and shopping centers. They learn how Native people constructed dug-out canoes, built housing, enhanced personal appearance, and prepared food. This hands-on experience gives students a better understanding of how Native people transformed the natural resources into useful common items. One-hour program.
History DetectivesRecommended for Grades 4–7In this hands-on program, students view a 10-minute film, study, explore, and uncover historic documents, maps, and artifacts representing experiences of Pequot families who lived in Mashantucket or in nearby communities. With this engaging detective approach, students gain a better understanding of the lives and experiences of Native American families and how they have struggled to maintain their cultural identity in 20th century Connecticut. 90-minute program.
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Photo of Ephraim Williams (1865–1929), from the Pequot Lives: Almost Vanished exhibit.See Page 4 for rates.
These workshops are one-hour long and recommended for ages 6 and older.
Craft Workshops*
Native Games shares some of the early pastimes enjoyed by Pequot children. Students complete and play a traditional game.
Wampum Bracelets teaches how wampum beads were made from quahog shells. Students make their own replicated wampum bracelet.
Pinch Pottery enables students to make and shape a small traditional-style Northeastern pinch pot.
Corn Husk Creations offers students an opportunity to take home a simple game or figure made from corn husks.
*Also offered as Outreach Programs. See Page 8.
Guided ToursGuided tours are one hour in length. An orientation packet with a confirmation letter and suggested readings and activities is mailed shortly after your reservation is confirmed. Groups are free to explore the exhibits on their own before or after their guided tours.
Exhibit HighlightsRecommended for Grades 5–AdultThis tour provides an overview of the Pequot experience, highlighting exhibit areas from 18,000 years ago up to present day, pointing out the important connection of the land, the people, community, and family.
Through the Eyes of a Pequot ChildRecommended for Grades K–Adult Imaginations soar with the sights, sounds, and smells in the 16th century Pequot Village. This tour promotes understanding of Pequot life before contact and demonstrates the importance of family and community.
Gifts of the Land & WatersRecommended for Grades K–AdultDiscover why Native people have great respect for the natural world and why resources are valued as “gifts.” Stone, bone, shell, and wood were appreciated because they could be transformed into useful objects. Students explore the seasonal dioramas and learn how each season brings different gifts — obtained from both the land and water. The tour for Grades K-3 focuses on Ice Age mammals including dire wolves, giant beaver, and mastodon.
Life on the ReservationRecommended for Grades 4–AdultUpper-level students (Grades 7–12) learn about the harsh impact of reservation life and how the conflicting elements of social, political, and economic changes reshaped the Pequot world. Contemporary issues of federal recognition and sovereignty conclude the tour. Elementary students (Grades 4-6) learn about Pequot ancestors who lived at Mashantucket and the difficult decisions they had to make to survive. Hear the stories of Sachem Robin Cassacinamon and Hannah Ocuish who became a servant at the age of six.
Self ToursTeachers may elect to conduct their own tours for students, using a favorite space for an in-depth exploration, like the Caribou Hunt or the Pequot Village.
V.I.P. ToursNot all of the Museum’s collections are on display. Our Museum staff members provide an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at a few of our treasures from the vaults. No more than 10 people per group, 16 years old and older. 90-minutes, includes 1-hour Exhibit Highlights tour. $250
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Museum Educator ProgramsThe Pequot Story: Celebrating HeritageOur traveling programs bring an educator with a variety of hands-on objects, photographs, and materials to illustrate Pequot lives and activities as they changed over time beginning with a look at a 16th-century coastal village. Participants learn how the arrival of Europeans brought dramatic changes and explore the similarities and differences of Pequot people today. The program includes a Native perspective which did not change over time — the importance of respecting Mother Earth — because the way we care for the environment today impacts upon our children for generations to come. Presentations are 45 minutes. Our educators can tailor their topics and presentations to the age group.
Archaeology’s Window to the Past: Interpreting Refuse Pits, Can You Dig It?, See Page 7 for description.
Craft Workshops, See Page 7 for description.
$250 for 1 classroom program $400 for 3 classroom programs $325 for 2 classroom programs $475 for an auditorium program, 4th Grade & up (slide presentation) *Mileage: $.56/mile within 60-mile radius. $50 surcharge for 61–100 mile radius
Outreach For Schools, Libraries, Adult Groups, & Corporations
Expert Speakers ProgramsThe Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center staff includes experts who offer 45-minute presentations either at the Museum or at your site. Choose from topics listed below or contact us for a custom program.
Dr. Kevin McBride, director of the Research Department
Dr. Jason Mancini, senior researcher
Doug Currie, head of Conservation
Expert Speaker FeesOn-site presentations (admission extra)$300; maximum 80 people (held in classroom)$450; maximum 325 people (held in auditorium)
Off-site presentations*$450; up to 100 people, plus mileage$600; more than 100 people, plus mileage
• Paleo-Environments and Climatic Change• Native American Land-Use Practices• Colonial Land-Use Practices• Native Americans in Colonial Wars• Ancient (or Native and/or Colonial) Landscapes• Native American Forts• Battlefields of the Pequot War
• Battlefields of King Philip’s War• Battlefield Archaeology• Archaeology• Underwater Archaeology• New Theories on Peopling of the Americas• Slavery and Servitude• Cultural Landscapes in New England
• New England’s Indian Mariners• Communities of Color (Native and African
Peoples in New England)• Urban Indians• Race and Ethnicity in Indian New England• Tribal Histories in New England• How Indians Lost Their Land
• Slavery and Servitude• New England Indians in the 20th Century• New England Indians in the New Millennium
(Contemporary Native Americans)• Pictorial History of Indian New England• Cultural Landscapes in New England
• Preservation of Material Culture (Historic and Contemporary)
• Research of Artifacts Using Scientific Methods• Ethical Issues in Preservation of Indigenous
Cultural Material
• Museums as Stewards of the Past• New England Material Culture of the
17th Century
*Mileage: $.56/mile within 60-mile radius. $50 surcharge for 61–100 mile radius
How to Make a Reservation Group Sales OfficeGroup Sales Coordinator: (860) 396-6839 or (800) 411-9671, Ext. 66839, or [email protected].
RatesA minimum of 10 people is required for all group rates. Students: through high school. Seniors: 55 and older. Payment is due upon arrival and may be made with cash, check, purchase order, or credit card. Checks are made payable to MPMRC.
Group Rates & Reservations
Chaperone PolicyStudents visiting the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center (MPMRC) must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The MPMRC requires one supervising adult with every five students for grades PreK–3 and one chaperone per every ten students for grades 4–12. If your group is participating in an enrichment program, a limited number of adults are permitted in the classroom at no additional charge.
Lunch OptionsExpress Lunches — Save time and money by ordering affordable hot & cold lunches at least one week in advance: (860) 396-6839.
Student Lunchroom — Bring lunch with you and use our facilities.
Pre-Packaged Souvenir Gift BagsThe Museum’s gift shop prepares special souvenir packages for your students to take home. Items are individually packaged and available to pick up and pay for on the day of your visit. Choose from $4, $6, or $10 packages. To order, call the gift shop at least one week in advance: (860) 396-6877 or fax (860) 396-7012.
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Virtual Programs Using Skype™ SoftwareTake a journey through New England’s history without leaving the classroom or workplace. We now offer real-time outreach programs through the use of Skype™ software to educate enthusiasts around the country and even across the globe. If you have Skype™ loaded on your computer, we can provide a program for your group. For topics, see listings on pages 8. $325 for 45-minute program.
• Call to schedule your program 3–6 weeks in advance.
• Payment due two weeks in advance.• School groups require a teacher (or other adult
from your organization) to remain in the room during the presentation.
• Schedule your first program to begin at or after 9:30 am.
• Try to set aside one room for all your programs to minimize set-up time for Museum staff.
• Allow 15 minutes between programs and 30 minutes for lunch.
Outreach Reservation Information
MPMRC charges a fee of $50 for cancellations with less than a one-week notice. Cancellations due to inclement weather can be rescheduled at no charge.
Outreach For Schools, Libraries, Adult Groups, & Corporations
Museum educators preparing for a virtual program.
Add an enrichment program $5 per personAdd a second tour $5 per personAdd a craft workshop $8 per person
Self-Guided Tours$15 per adult $13 per senior $13 per college student $10 per student
Guided Tours $15 per college student $20 per adult $15 per senior $10 per student$10 per chaperone — 1 per 5 students, grades 1–3;
1 per 10 students, grades 4–12
MPMRC charges a fee of $50 for cancellations with less than a one-week notice. Cancellations due to inclement weather can be rescheduled at no charge.
Teacher Services & Resources
The Research Library contains books and a wide range of media on the histories and cultures of Native people of North America.The Children’s Library contains current and historical materials for children, by and about Native people. The Education Collection offers teachers help with Native American topics and projects in the classroom.Archives & Special Collections holds materials of enduring value to the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal
Nation, including original source materials such as maps, deeds, and correspondence, documenting early contact between Native Americans and colonists of New England.To find out more about the libraries and archives, please email: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]
The Libraries & Archives
Professional Development WorkshopsWorking on curriculum development and lesson planning on Native culture and history? The Museum is an excellent teaching resource. Our workshops are designed specifically for elementary and secondary school teachers and include a resource packet and a visit to the research libraries. We are willing to design a workshop around just about any topic. $45/35 for Museum members, includes admission to the exhibits.
Examples of Past Workshops• Unlearning Stereotypes: A Look at Diversity and Multicultural Education
• The Role of Storytelling in Native Cultures: Native Literature and the Oral Tradition
• Sharing Native Values Through Art: A Look at Eastern Woodland Cultures; the Meaning of Images, Symbols, and Designs in Native Cultures
• The Role of Native Women: Today and Yesterday
• Federal Recognition and Tribal Sovereignty
• Evaluating Materials for Children about American Indians: Children’s Library
• The Culturally Responsive Classroom
Teacher PreviewsTeachers: Before bringing your students for the first time, we invite you to schedule an exhibit site visit. Meet with an educator to explore the appropriate tours and enrichment programs that are available for your class. Learn about upcoming teacher workshops. Receive a resource information packet. The reduced teacher preview price is $10 each. Advance reservations are required. Call (860) 396-6839.
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Visit us on the web at pequotmuseum.org or call (860) 396-6839 to make your reservations today! Text PEQUOT to 22828 to join the Pequot Museum mailing list. Do you tweet? Text follow pequotmuseum to 40404 and follow us on twitter.com.
*Note: GPS directions to the Museum are not always reliable.
From Hartford Take I-84 East to Exit 55 Route 2. Stay on Route 2, drive past Foxwoods, and take the Route 214 exit. Drive 3/10 mile to the third light and turn right onto the Pequot Trail. The Public Safety Building is on the left. Museum is ahead on the right. Group entrance is the second entrance.*
From Worcester Take I-395 South to Exit 85 in Connecticut. Go straight to the second traf f ic light and turn left onto Route 164 South. Follow Route 164 to the end, approximately 7 miles. Turn left onto Route 2 East. Drive past Foxwoods, and take the Route 214 exit. Drive 3/10 mile to the third light and turn right onto the Pequot Trail. The Public Safety Building is on the left. Museum is ahead on the right. Group entrance is the second entrance.*
From R.I. & Points North Follow Route 95 South to Exit 92. At the bottom of the ramp go straight to the second stop light and turn right on to Route 2 West , continue on route 2 for 8 miles. Take the Foxwoods Boulevard Exit. Move to the left hand lane for Route 214 West. Drive 3/10 mile to the third light and turn right onto the Pequot Trail. The Public Safety Building is on the left. Museum is ahead on the right. Group entrance is the second entrance*
From NYC/New Haven Follow Route 95 North to Exit 92. Turn left onto Route 2 West. Stay on Route 2 West for 8 miles. Take the Foxwoods Boulevard exit, then move to the left hand lane for Route 214 West. Drive 3/10 mile to the third light and turn right onto Pequot Trail. The Public Safety Building is on the left. Museum is ahead on the right. Group entrance is the second entrance*
Directions
Meet the ExpertsScan this QR code with your smartphone and watch short video messages from some of the Pequot Museum’s staff.
Download a free QR code reader at http://www.i-nigma.mobi
Doug CurrieHead of Conservation
Dr. Jason ManciniSenior Researcher
Kimberly ShockleyPublic Programs Director
Dr. Kevin A. McBrideDirector of Research
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2 Please check our website periodically for future exhibits in the Mashantucket Gallery: www.pequotmuseum.org
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Common Core State Standards On Exhibit
Visit the Mashantucket Gallery to explore the meaning and significance of bison from the Plains Indian cultures of the 1800s to its use as a commercial and national symbol today. Through remarkable objects made from bison, vivid images, hands-on materials, a video presentation, and interactive displays, The Bison: American Icon charts the dramatic changes that occurred to the creature and its habitat, and to the people who depended on it for their daily existence. Free with Museum admission, free to Museum members.This exhibition has been made possible through NEH on the Road, a special initiative of the National Endowment for the Humanities. It is brought to you by Mid-American Arts Alliance, with additional support from FM Global. The Bison: American Icon was organized by the C.M. Russell Museum, Great Falls, MT.
For future exhibits, visit pequotmuseum.org/SpecialExhibits
Through Oct. 28, 9 am–5 pm
Sept. 27, 2014, 9 am–5 pmEducators’ Open House Calling all teachers! Join us for this year’s Open House and receive free admission for you and a guest. Update your fall lesson plans. Try your hand at making a cornhusk doll in the Gathering Space at 11 am, $5. At 1 and 3 pm, take an abbreviated Exhibit Highlights tour with a museum educator. Join Collections Manager Meredith Vasta for a teachers-only look at our collections, at 12, 1, and 2 pm, limited to 10 each session; register at check-in. Drop in to the panel discussion about cultural appropriation, stereotypes, and mascots, 1–3 pm in the Auditorium. Proof of school affiliation required at check-in. Registration is recommended. Call (800) 411-9671 or email [email protected] by Sept. 20.
The Museum has a commitment to excellence in the development of our tours and enrichment programs. Our educational programming is designed to meet current state social studies and science standards and is aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Our inquiry-based tours guide 21st century learners to glean information from exhibits, foster independence, and encourage life-long museum appreciation. Every enrichment program has built-in opportunities for students to develop skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and language practices within the content areas. We are happy to accommodate the needs of every classroom, either through prearranged programs or collaboration on a custom program design.
Questioning & PlanningWe believe that carefully crafted questions provide the foundation for a meaningful learning experience.
Primary Sources & EvidenceOur museum provides a unique learning environment rich with primary texts and artifacts that are unmatched by any book.
Investigation & InterpretationStudents are encouraged to refine their critical thinking skills though the evaluation of sources and investigation of problems.
Communicating ConclusionsOur educators facilitate an in-depth engagement with Pequot history from which students are able to effectively reach and communicate their own conclusions.
Cultures & PerspectivesUnderstanding cultural diversity is a vital skill to have in the classroom and the future work place. Our educational programs provide a safe place to share viewpoints and learn about our differences.
Not just historyOur museum is an ideal source for edification on Pequot history and contemporary culture. However, the scope of the Museum spans across content areas and would be a relevant and engaging learning space for any subject from science to art.
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