May - October Group Tour Program

Two-hour program consisting of three activities of your choice:
Creation Story Film- This award-winning film was based off the Iroquois Creation Story as told by Chief John Arthur Gibson. Told through a combination of live action and animation, the film portrays the story of Sky Woman and the creation of Turtle Island. (Film is 16 minutes long)
Gallery Tour- Ganondagan Interpreters will guide your group for a formal tour of the gallery. The Gallery contains important artifacts and reproductions which tell the history of Ganondagan, a large-scale town model of the 17th century town, historical and contemporary Hodinöhsö:ni’ life.
Seneca Bark Longhouse - Experience 17th century Seneca lifestyles through interpretation and material culture including, tools, trade objects, utensils, clothing and other objects used by the of the Seneca people. A Native American Interpreter will be with your group for a formal presentation in the Longhouse. (Available May 1- October 31)
Wampum Lessons- In a hands-on classroom setting, students will have an opportunity to learn in more detail about wampum in its many forms. Reproductions of certain objects will be available to hold and learn about as well as how shell wampum was made. Students can preview a short film on Wampum by the Mohawk Filmmaker, Katsitsionni Fox and hear how modern Hodinöhsö:ni’ people continue to use wampum and why it matters to contemporary Hodinöhsö:ni’ people today.
Trail of Peace Walk – Walk this grassland trail with a Native American Interpreter and learn the history of the 17th century Seneca village site. (Available May 1- October 31)
Earth is Our Mother – Walk along this wooded trail with a Native American Interpreter and learn from an ethnobotanical perspective the importance and uses of the trees and plants. (Only Available May 1- October 31)
Outdoor Games-
Longball – Break into teams and play a traditional Hodinöhsö:ni’ game that is similar to Baseball and Dodgeball combined.
Hoop & Javelin- Test your skills throwing a javelin at a moving target (the hoop)
(Outdoor Games are available May 1- October 31)
Extend Your Ganondagan Experience
Want to pick more than three activities?
For an additional $3 per student fee your Ganondagan experience can be extended. The fourth program option is a 30 minute session. Lunch space is available to break the day up.