Guided Exhibit Workshop
Embark on a journey through the cosmos as you explore the sky-watching traditions of the Diné, Hodinöšyö:nih (Haudenosaunee), and Maya peoples. Discover how indigenous peoples from all over Turtle Island have used the night sky and stars to navigate, plan plantings, harvests, and ceremonies; predict eclipses, and pass on traditional knowledge for millennia. Using a combination of hands-on activities, storytelling, and interpretation of over 40 indigenous artworks spanning 4 centuries, students will experience a rich variety of Indigenous perspectives on astronomy and be able to practice “two-eyed seeing” as they integrate their existing knowledge of the stars with Indigenous teachings.
The RMSC is grateful to Tonia Loran-Galban (Akwesasne Mohawk, Bear Clan), Jamie Jacobs (Tonawanda Seneca, Turtle Clan), Nicole Scott (Diné), Gina Kanbalam Miranda (Maya calendar keeper), and Mindy Magyar (Mi’kmaq descent) for sharing aspects of their lived experience and cultural heritage with the public in this exhibit experience.
