Would you like to know more about Native American histories and cultures? Do you want to plan a family outing to the museum? You've come to the right place. Explore this section for information on special events and daily hands-on activities at the NMAI’s museums in Washington, D.C., and New York. When you visit the museum, stop by the Welcome Desk on your way in for the most up-to-date program offerings, and to pick up a Family Guide to the museum’s exhibits. 

Do All Indians Live in Tipis?

No, most American Indians live in contemporary homes, apartments, condos, and co-ops just like every other citizen in the twenty-first century. Tipis are the traditional home of Plains Indians, but in other regions of the Western Hemisphere…

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NMAI Family Guide (DC)

Guía familiar del museo
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