Typically offered the last week in September and the first two weeks of October, this program celebrates Native American history and culture with a focus on the northeastern woodland nations.  Our authentic, full-size wigwam will be used by all groups attending the program.

Native New York is designed to meet the needs of teachers and students in their study of social studies in grades 2-8 (NYS Learning Standards 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, and 3.1).  This program is especially appropriate for grades 4 and 7 with their study of local and New York State history.  The program celebrates Native American history and culture, with focus on the northeastern woodland nations.  Our authentic full size northeastern woodlands Indian wigwam will be used by all groups attending the program.

Brookside is fortunate to operate this program in conjunction with Jim Bruchac, a noted author, storyteller, wilderness guide, and Director of the Ndakinna Wilderness Project.  The program includes Native American storytelling, song and dance, and hands-on stations.

Fees for the program are $3.25 per student for education member schools and $3.75 for non-member schools. To receive additional information on this program or to be added to our mailing list call Brookside at (518) 885-4000 or send an e-mail to Linda Gorham at lgorham@brooksidemuseum.org.