In recognition of National Native American Heritage Month, Shiloh Museum is again partnering with the Arkansas Archeological Survey and about twenty different presenters for the 5th annual Native American Days all-virtual education event on November 21 and 22, 2024. A variety of sessions highlighting the history and culture of Native Americans in Arkansas will be offered live for registered attendees over a span of two days. Session recordings will be available following the two-day event. This event fits Arkansas curriculum standards for grades 5 to 7 but is open to all grades. All sessions over the two days are free but registration is required. See below for information on the 2024 speakers and sessions. To register, click here.

Day 1 Events Include:

We will present live sessions via Zoom which will introduce students to the Native Americans of Arkansas along with sessions about the historical interactions between Native Americans and European explorers.  In the very first session on Thursday morning, November 21, from 8:30-8:55, we will offer an introductory session to the program welcoming students and teachers and to give an overview of the program, introduce the hosts, and offer directions for navigating to sessions and corresponding with presenters.

Day 2 Events Include:

Archeologists will present live sessions via Zoom discussing how they learn about the ways Native Americans lived in Arkansas in the past.

While supplies last, we will send stickers and arrowheads for all registered students. A few sessions will also include the use of supplies, which we will send ahead of time for registered students while supplies last. Sessions using supplies will be noted on the schedule and in the materials shipped to each classroom. All registered participants will receive access to a digital page of resources for educators and students as well as recordings of all sessions. Questions about registration, schedules, or content can be directed to Shiloh Museum education staff, Judy Costello or Kimberly Hosey, or Dr. Michelle Rathgaber.

Below are the scheduled presenters and their programs for Friday, November 22: