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Five
Civilized Tribes Museum
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- "The Five Civilized Tribes
Museum and Center for the Study of Indian Territory promotes understanding
between people of diverse cultures through art and education. True to our belief
that the accurate portrayal of the Five Civilized Tribes unique history is
crucial to a healthy Nation, the Museum sponsors a wide variety of cultural and
educational programs, such
as school outreach, tours, writing competitions, speakers bureau and lecture
series. The Museum stimulates the development and production of Native
American traditional art through competitive shows, formal exhibits and
active marketing."--site. |
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Heard
Museum
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- The Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona, is a
private, non-profit museum founded in 1929 by Dwight B. and Maie Bartlett Heard
to house their personal collection of artifacts and art. The mission and
philosophy of the Heard today is to promote appreciation and respect for Native
people and their cultural heritage, with emphasis on the traditional cultures of
the Greater Southwest and on the evolving Native American Fine Art
Movement.--site |
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Makah
Cultural and Research Center
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- "The Makah Museum in Neah
Bay, recognized the nation's finest tribal museum, welcomes visitors to
experience the life of pre-contact Makah people. The permanent exhibits
include artifacts from the Ozette collection, uncovered from a Makah
village partially buried by a mudslide nearly 500 years ago. Inside the
museum you will find a full-size replica long house, and four cedar dug-put
canoes. Whaling, sealing, and fishing gear, basketry and other tools are
also on display, preserved by the unique conditions created by the
mudslide."--site. |
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National Museum of the American Indian
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- "The
Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian is dedicated to the
preservation, study, and exhibition of the life, languages, literature,
history, and arts of Native Americans. Established by an Act of Congress in
1989, the museum works in collaboration with the Native peoples of the
Western Hemisphere to protect and foster their cultures by reaffirming
traditions and beliefs, encouraging contemporary artistic expression, and
empowering the Indian voice. "--site. |
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Osage Tribal Museum
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- "The Osage
Tribal Museum, funded as a Public Works Administration Project and constructed
by the CCC-ID, was completed in 1938. The Museum building is a restoration of
the old chapel and school building. In 1967, a renovation program was commenced
with funding furnished by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The Museum houses many
Osage artifacts and historical documents. The Museum is also the site for many
workshops held throughout the year to revive and preserve the Osage culture.
These workshops included finger weaving, ribbonwork, and Osage Language
classes."--site. |
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Powhatan Renape Nation's American Indian Heritage Museum
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- "Our American Indian Heritage Museum offers a unique,
multifaceted look at American Indian culture. In addition to viewing
contemporary American Indian artwork, visitors will learn about American
Indian history, culture and traditions. Guided tours are geared
specifically to the age of the visitors. Knowledgeable American Indian
staff provide detailed and fascinating explanations of our numerous
exhibits, as well as information about American Indian history! "--site. |
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Saskatchewan
Indian Cultural Centre
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Shako:Wi Cultural Center of the Oneida Indian Nation
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- "There is a window to the world which is the Oneida Indian Nation.
It's called Shako:wi Cultural Center. The Men's Council and Clan Mothers of the
Oneida Nation invite you to visit this impressive, handcrafted, white pine log
building filled with items and stories from the rich past and present of the
Oneida People. Located on Nation lands about 35 miles east of Syracuse,
NY, Shako:wi is a focal point for the culture and history of the Oneida
People."--site. |
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Tamastslikt Cultural Institute
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- "At Tamastslikt
Cultural Institute, discover the story of the Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla
Tribes –three distinct peoples melded together over the past 150 years in an
alliance now called the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian
Reservation."--site. |
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Turtle Mountain Chippewa Indian Heritage Center
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"The Turtle Mountain Chippewa Indian Heritage Center is located in Belcourt,
North Dakota, on the Turtle Mountain Chippewa Indian Reservation.
The Turtle Mountains are filled with rich traditions, with a foundation
based on the strength of the Ojibway and Metis people. The goal of
the heritage center is to preserve and promote the unique culture and
History of the members of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians and their
descendants for the benefit of future generations."--site. |