Outdoor & Online Programs

With our outdoor and online programs (using zoom) there are a few options you can choose from, however we are open to customizing a workshop to fit the specific needs of your group.  Email us at onkwegames@gmail.com to begin planning your workshop.

​1.  Basic History
2. Basic History & Traditional Games Demo
3. Basic History & Traditional Games with Game Kits

We can accommodate up to 20 participants, however the smaller the group the more time there is for questions and conversation. Workshops can run anywhere from 45 minutes to 1.5 hours.

Basic History 
Students learn about who the Six Nations are, traditional territories, migrations, about the Law of Peace and the beginning of a meaningful partnership between the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca and Tuscarora in the formation of the Six Nations Confederacy.  Students will also learn about family and social structure, as well as some traditional teachings and stories.

Artwork by Arnold Jacobs

Basic History & Traditional Games Demo
Each workshop begins with Basic History.  With the Traditional Games program participants will learn about Lacrosse through the lens of the Haudenosaunee where this game has been played from the time of creation.  Participants will also learn about other traditional games including Double Ball, Long Ball, Bone & Toggle, Snow Snake, Rope Games and our adaptation of the Peach Pit Game.​  We will discuss the importance of traditional games and how they were and are still used for fun and enjoyment but also in fostering strength, agility, endurance and team work, essential skills needed in the everyday life of the Onhkwehonweh.  The facilitator will give a short demonstration of each game.

Artwork by Arnold Jacobs

Basic History & Traditional Games with Game Kits
This program involves everything mentioned above but includes the purchase of our Traditional Games Kits.  It is ideal that each participant have their own kit, but kits could be shared between a few participants if they are living together or in the same social bubble.  These kits include a mini double ball, bone and toggle and our adaptation of the peach pit game.  With these kits participants are able to learn how to play these games and keep them to share with friends and family.

For more information on our Game Kits please email us at onkwegames@gmail.com.

Game Kits are available for purchase outside of any online program.  Advance notice is appreciated as our Game Kits are made to order.  Games can also be purchased individually.