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Dsansivar Soy (2 years ago)
Finally had a chance to visit this museum. We visited level 4 and level 3, as they recommend you start with level 4. Two hours or so, then headed out. We will come back later on for the rest. It was a great experience. My kids loved it. I loved the Native Barbie.
Finally had a chance to visit this museum. We visited level 4 and level 3, as they recommend you start with level 4. Two hours or so, then headed out. We will come back later on for the rest. It was a great experience. My kids loved it. I loved the Native Barbie.
Hanane Ouazzani (2 years ago)
Had the great fortune of being present and participating as an observing student, at the opening ceremony of the National Museum Of The American Indian, on the Fall Equinox of September 21st, 2024. It was the most life altering experience on all levels, spiritual, emotional, mental and physical. I was never the same person after witnessing the great Cheyenne Chief's call to the spirits of the ancestors in all four directions. Or Mr. Rick West's memorable speech. This experience alone was responsible for putting me on the path of spiritual progression and self discovery. When you are there, be quiet, be respectful, and listen with your heart. Feel your way through the experience, you will leave that most sacred site differently than you came guaranteed.
Had the great fortune of being present and participating as an observing student, at the opening ceremony of the National Museum Of The American Indian, on the Fall Equinox of September 21st, 2024. It was the most life altering experience on all levels, spiritual, emotional, mental and physical. I was never the same person after witnessing the great Cheyenne Chief's call to the spirits of the ancestors in all four directions. Or Mr. Rick West's memorable speech. This experience alone was responsible for putting me on the path of spiritual progression and self discovery. When you are there, be quiet, be respectful, and listen with your heart. Feel your way through the experience, you will leave that most sacred site differently than you came guaranteed.
Melissa (2 years ago)
Beautiful displays with many videos/recordings providing first hand information. Excellent displays on the Native American vs.government points of view. Info on the treaties made and the violations of them were eye opening and saddening. Yet so many served in the military to defend freedom when much of theirs was stolen.
Beautiful displays with many videos/recordings providing first hand information. Excellent displays on the Native American vs.government points of view. Info on the treaties made and the violations of them were eye opening and saddening. Yet so many served in the military to defend freedom when much of theirs was stolen.
Ilyse Wagner (2 years ago)
Must see! The exhibits on each floor are packed with information. You could easily spend an entire day here. I especially liked the Our Universes exhibit (coolest ceiling ever) and the Why We Serve exhibit. The scope of the information and peoples covered in this museum is worth taking a trip for. The gift shop sells art by artists from different regions, so you get to support them and bring something unique home. This was one of my top stops on my trip. Highly recommend.
Must see! The exhibits on each floor are packed with information. You could easily spend an entire day here. I especially liked the Our Universes exhibit (coolest ceiling ever) and the Why We Serve exhibit. The scope of the information and peoples covered in this museum is worth taking a trip for. The gift shop sells art by artists from different regions, so you get to support them and bring something unique home. This was one of my top stops on my trip. Highly recommend.
Lorna O. Davison (3 years ago)
I love attending museums. Especially well designed museums with large elevators. I am not happy with the security who check your bags and escort you in at this museum. In most of the Smithsonian the guards are gentle humans who love their jobs.This is not the case at the American Indian Museum.The female guards belong in another position that does not deal with humans. They are rude and uncaring. I get anxiety just entering the door. I have a stroller generally and attend at least once a month. I hope the contract for these services changes as these folks do not represent a museum culture in any way. Update. I attended in February. The guards were helpful and caring. Thank you Smithsonian for caring about my experience and mitigating the situation. Bravo.
I love attending museums. Especially well designed museums with large elevators. I am not happy with the security who check your bags and escort you in at this museum. In most of the Smithsonian the guards are gentle humans who love their jobs.This is not the case at the American Indian Museum.The female guards belong in another position that does not deal with humans. They are rude and uncaring. I get anxiety just entering the door. I have a stroller generally and attend at least once a month. I hope the contract for these services changes as these folks do not represent a museum culture in any way. Update. I attended in February. The guards were helpful and caring. Thank you Smithsonian for caring about my experience and mitigating the situation. Bravo.
