Master storyteller and cultural educator Perry Ground will be live at the Library.
Perry will talk about how the founding documents and principles of the United States government were influenced by ideas found among the Haudenosaunee. Learn about the Peacemaker, how the Five Nations joined together, and how the Great Law of Peace guides their traditional form of government. Discussion about the Founding Fathers (such as Benjamin Franklin and George Washington), American relationships with the Haudenosaunee, how Native ideas influenced the Constitution, and symbols that highlight this influence will be included. Perry will answer questions following the presentation.
For adults and students in grades 7 and up.
AGE GROUP: | Teen | Seniors | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Live Performance | History | Adult Programs |
From Utica take 12B south to Clinton. College Street extends from red light at the village square to Hamilton College. The Library is in the third block from the square, on the left, directly opposite Elm Street.
