The Institute of American Indian Studies (IAIS) in Washington, Connecticut, held the 14th annual Green Corn Festival on Saturday, Aug. 4.

Located on 15 woodland acres the IAIS has an outdoor “Three Sisters and Healing Plants Gardens” as well as a replicated 16th-century Algonkian village. Inside the museum, authentic artifacts are displayed in permanent, semi-permanent and temporary exhibits from prehistory to the present that allows visitors a walk through time.

Events are held year-round. For information call (860) 868-0518 or visit www.iaismuseum.org/.

“The Green Corn Ceremony was one of the most important celebrations in Native American life because corn was an important source of food as well as an integral part of religious and ceremonial life that brought communities together.”

“Flint corn is one of the oldest varieties of corn known for its hearty nature and high nutrient value. Flint Corn, also known as Calico Corn, or Indian Corn is a variant of maize that was grown by Native Americans living in Connecticut.” – IAIS blog https://nativeamericanmuseum.blogspot.com.