Reviews of The Institute For American Indian Studies (Museum)

Dylan Cali

A unique, fun learning experience. The escape room was a blast. Definitely worth a visit.

Nicholas Valletta

Verry fun! Great for the entire family!

Joe Planeta

The place is basically a dump in my opinion

Janet Serra

Amazing museum Native American Museum that traces the history of the indigenous peoples of Connecticut. This museum has more than more than 6,000 post European contact items and over 300,000 archaeological artifacts that represent hundreds of Native American societies throughout the Western Hemisphere. Many special programs are also offered. Highlights include the Green Corn Festival in August and maple sugaring in March, both events are really fun and educational. Friendly, knowledgeable, hard working staff. The outdoor village, a 16th century recreation of an Algonquin Village is also a highlight.

Jim Cameron

How have lived in Connecticut over 25 years and not known of this incredible little museum? Nestled deep in the woods with only minimal highway signage, this modern, circular museum highlights the centuries of history of North American woodland Indians in a well designed, artifact-rich collection. Wait for the docent-led tour. Ours was a young historian who really knew his stuff. And don't miss the historic recreations of wooden Indian homes just a few yards up the hill. Kids will really enjoy exploring the grounds.

Ely Roy Arevalo

This is small museum with a big heart from its crew. The crew are very professional and passionate, armed with academics and local history. It's worth the trip from NYC.

Joe Martin

Very small museum with not much in it, and way over priced. Beware of the Indian village structures look ready to fall over. I left felling like I wasted $16 and a lone drive.

Kendra Clapp Olguín

We had such an amazing time at IAIS! We had traveled to so many colonial historical spots in East Coast and felt that there was this void in our experience in terms of learning about the native people, their history, and their communities today. IAIS provided just that and more. Darlene was so engaging and informative, she truly made our experience!! We highly recommend supporting and visiting IAIS when visiting the area/East Coast! PS. We were towing a 25' travel trailer and parked in their bus parking area in which we were able to turn around in, however, it wasn't terribly busy and don't know if we could have done so if they had been. I'd recommend calling ahead and asking about room if you're towing! Also bring bug spray if you're walking their trail.

Gregory McKean

A decent place to take your 5-10 year old to

nate dionne

Great museum! A wonderful learning experience.

Sara Guillemette

The museum hosted WASHINGTON CT’s Business Association last night and announced their newly launched mission to appeal to engaging adults too! They are opening an “ESCAPE ROOM” by June’s end 2018. Call to book!

Patrick McCormack

Great little museum with a small gift shop. The galleries are wells setup and very informative. Most information focuses on the local natives. There is a nature trail marked by the yellow paint on the trees that leads to a replica village.

Tatiana Choteborsky

Great place for younger kids to experience life of American Indians and try out their tools.

SB Tripod

Amazing little place! We showed up unannounced for the kids to do some research and the staff was incredibly accommodating and gave us an AMAZING tour. The kids absolutley loved it and have not stopped talking about the experience. Thank you all!