The National Museum of the American Indian houses one of the world's largest and most diverse collections, ranging from Native art to historical and cultural artifacts. The museum's sweeping curvilinear architecture, its indigenous landscaping and its exhibitions, all designed in collaboration with the tribes and communities from across the hemisphere, combine to give visitors the sense and spirit of Native America.
Don't miss the engaging film by acclaimed Cheyenne/Arapaho director Chris Eyre, "A Thousand Roads" (43 minutes, in the first-floor Rasmuson Theater at 11:30 and 1:30). Recommended for ages 12 and up.
Meet in the Potomac Atrium at the museum's entrance for daily tours of the exhibitions led by Native cultural interpreters. Tour times are Monday through Friday at 1:30 and 3, and weekends at 11, 1:30 and 3. Groups of ten or more should make reservations at 202-633-6644 or e-mail NMAI-GroupReservations@si.edu.
For families with young children, stop by the welcome desk to pick up a copy of a free Family Activity Guide.
Become a member of the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian
(walk-in; meet at sign in Potomac Atrium)
All tours subject to docent availability:
• Mon., 1:30 PM and 3 PM
• Tues.-Sun., 11 AM, 1:30 PM, and 3 PM
NOTE: The museum will be accepting reservations for school group tours for the upcoming school year; call Mon.-Fri.: 202-633-6644 (voice), 1-888-618-0572 (toll-free voice), or 202-633-6751 (TTY), or e-mail NMAI-GroupReservations@si.edu
• School Group Tour Schedule: Tues.-Fri., 10 AM and 11:15 AM
Tours run approximately 45 minutes
Note: No tours on federal holidays
Notes:
• To confirm already scheduled school group tours, call Mon.-Fri.: 202-633-6644 (voice), 1-888-618-0572 (toll-free voice), or 202-633-6751 (TTY).
• Although individual passes are not required for registered school groups, teacher must show confirmation letter for entry.
• School groups are to enter at the museum's south entrance on Maryland Ave.
(by appointment only, 2-week notice required; call Mon.-Fri., 9 AM-6 PM, except federal holidays: 202-633-6644 (voice), 1-888-618-0572 (toll-free voice), or 202-633-6751 (TTY), or e-mail NMAI-GroupReservations@si.edu)
The American Indian Museum stores offer beautiful items handmade by Native artisans including silver, turquoise jewelry, pottery, books and music.
The American Indian's Mitsitam Native Foods Café offers Native-inspired meals and snacks that draw on the culinary traditions of the Americas.
