The program began with a guided tour of the museum highlighting 18,000 years of natural and cultural history of the region in which the Pequots make their home. It concluded with an historical film about the clash between the Pequots and the European colonial powers. It was followed by a lunch in the museum cafeteria and a business meeting at which the results of the chapter elections were announced. Eva Szigeti was re-elected as Vice-President and Jewel MacKenzie was welcomed to the board as the new Connecticut Director. The chapter still seeks a president-elect and secretary.
The event was coordinated by our outgoing
Connecticut Director, Walter Smith, walter.smith@ct.usda.gov
The
world's largest and most comprehensive Native American museum and research
center offers an array of engaging experiences for young and old, from
life-size walk-through dioramas that transport visitors into the past,
to changing exhibits and live performances of contemporary arts and cultures.
Four full acres of permanents exhibits depict 18,000 years of Native and
natural history in thoroughly researched detail, while two libraries, including
one for children, offer a diverse selection of materials on the histories
and cultures of all Native peoples of the United States and Canada. More
than 1 million people have visited the Center since it opened in 1998.
More information regarding the museum
can be found at the following web site: http://www.pequotmuseum.org/