Tchin - School Programs Native American Culture

TCHIN’S WORKSHOP SERIES

An opportunity for your audience to interact with Tchin while learning about different aspects of Native American culture hands-on.

Workshops include:

Flute workshop - Learn how to make a Native American courting flute!
- The Native American courting or lovers' flute is an ageless tradition which was used to send messages of love. The flute has a beautiful, meditative and distinct sound. Attendees will make their own flute.

Jewelry workshop - Learn basic silversmithing techniques and create your own piece of jewelry!
- Attendees will learn how to handle of basic tools used in silversmith work and create of simple adornments. This workshop is better suited for young adults and older.

Dreamcatcher workshop - Learn how to make dreamcatchers!
- The dreamcatcher is a decorative, web-like ornament which is placed above one's bed to entrap the bad dreams so that they may dissolve in the morning sunlight. Attendees will make a dreamcatcher to take home with them.

Reactions to Tchin’s Workshops

Mashantucket Pequot Museum, Connecticut
“On behalf of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe, thank you for your return visit to the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center... Your flute-making workshop was extremely well received as was evident by its over-full capacity and positive feedback from those in the audience.”
Walt Whitman Cultural Arts Center, New Jersey
“I wanted to write a few lines to thank you for the afternoon of storytelling and the “Dream Catcher” workshop. I consider it a special gift to be able to talk to children without the other trappings. It is a gift I certainly believe you have in abundance because these children were ‘caught up’ by you from the start... I was personally very appreciative of the extra time you took with the kids who were having trouble... Needless to say, the kids loved you...”

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TCHIN’S LECTURE SERIES

Lectures include slide presentations, demonstrations, and dance performances. Audience participation can take place when appropriate. Tchin is an energetic and inspirational speaker and a positive role model.

Lectures include:

Native American Contributions to the World: Myths and Truths Throughout History

Native American Art: Development of Native American Art Forms. Regional differences, materials used and significance of works will be discussed.

Christopher Columbus and the New World: Arrival to the New World and Its Effects on the Lives and Environment of Indigenous People.

Native American Traditional Jewelry. Includes Northern Plains, Eastern Woodlands, and Southwestern style jewelry. Discussion of the role and importance of jewelry in Native American cultures, materials and designs used, their origins and significance.

The Tipi. Includes discussion of origins, regional differences, materials used, design motifs, and significance in Native American life. Demonstration with 10ft. tipi is available.

Native American Courting Flute. Includes slides, demonstration of flute playing, and discussion of role of flutes as ‘love medicine’. Also discussed will be the unique design and materials used in the making of the courting flute

The suggested length of these programs is approximately 45 minutes but can be modified upon request. Each session includes a question and answer period. Every program is customized to specific age levels and specific needs of audiences.








TCHIN’S WORKSHOP SERIES An opportunity for your audience to interact with Tchin while learning about different aspects of Native American culture hands-on. Workshops include: Flute workshop - Learn how to make a Native American courting flute! The Native American courting or lovers' flute is an ageless tradition which was used to send messages of love. The flute has a beautiful, meditative and distinct sound. Attendees will make their own flute. Jewelry workshop - Learn basic silversmithing techniques and create your own piece of jewelry! Attendees will learn how to handle of basic tools used in silversmith work and create of simple adornments. This workshop is better suited for young adults and older. Dreamcatcher workshop - Learn how to make dreamcatchers! The dreamcatcher is a decorative, web-like ornament which is placed above one's bed to entrap the bad dreams so that they may dissolve in the morning sunlight. Attendees will make a dreamcatcher to take home with them. Reactions to Tchin’s Workshops Mashantucket Pequot Museum, Connecticut “On behalf of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe, thank you for your return visit to the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center... Your flute-making workshop was extremely well received as was evident by its over-full capacity and positive feedback from those in the audience.” Walt Whitman Cultural Arts Center, New Jersey “I wanted to write a few lines to thank you for the afternoon of storytelling and the “Dream Catcher” workshop. I consider it a special gift to be able to talk to children without the other trappings. It is a gift I certainly believe you have in abundance because these children were ‘caught up’ by you from the start... I was personally very appreciative of the extra time you took with the kids who were having trouble... Needless to say, the kids loved you...” Click here to read more reactions! TCHIN’S LECTURE SERIES Lectures include slide presentations, demonstrations, and dance performances. Audience participation can take place when appropriate. Tchin is an energetic and inspirational speaker and a positive role model. Lectures include: Native American Contributions to the World: Myths and Truths Throughout History Native American Art: Development of Native American Art Forms. Regional differences, materials used and significance of works will be discussed. Christopher Columbus and the New World: Arrival to the New World and Its Effects on the Lives and Environment of Indigenous People. Native American Traditional Jewelry. Includes Northern Plains, Eastern Woodlands, and Southwestern style jewelry. Discussion of the role and importance of jewelry in Native American cultures, materials and designs used, their origins and significance. The Tipi. Includes discussion of origins, regional differences, materials used, design motifs, and significance in Native American life. Demonstration with 10ft. tipi is available. Native American Courting Flute. Includes slides, demonstration of flute playing, and discussion of role of flutes as ‘love medicine’. Also discussed will be the unique design and materials used in the making of the courting flute The suggested length of these programs is approximately 45 minutes but can be modified upon request. Each session includes a question and answer period. Every program is customized to specific age levels and specific needs of audiences. Contact Us!