Native American Museum NYC

National Museum of the American Indian

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A diverse and multifaceted cultural and educational enterprise, the National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI) is an active and visible component …

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Oct 17, 2024
the building (completed in 1907) is absolutely gorgeous! I wish I would have read about it prior to visiting. the exhibits were beautifully displayed with just enough information so as to not be over… Full review by Lori M
Sep 20, 2024
This is an excellent museum. It houses the collections amassed by enthusiasts and archaeologists over the last century. It covers all the native peoples of pre-Columbian America, from the Arctic to P… Full review by David_from_Herts
Aug 23, 2024
The museum is accommodated in an impressive building and contains plenty of exhibits and information regarding a major part of American history. Full review by trip-radar
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Native Cultures of the Western Hemisphere
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Is the museum open on Thanksgiving Day? If so, is it crowded?
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Thank you all for your feedback. I had the impression that it usually wasn't crowded but you never know how a holiday might change things.
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Would this museum be good for a 3 yr old and a 6 yr old?
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Not really, I was really disappointed. It wasn’t what I expected. There are some beautiful artefacts there, and modern works of art, but I, naively, was expecting more of a story of how …
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Not really, I was really disappointed. It wasn’t what I expected. There are some beautiful artefacts there, and modern works of art, but I, naively, was expecting more of a story of how the indigenous American Indians were practically wiped out and stories of how they lived etc.
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How long can you spend here?
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At least an hour but probably 2. It isn’t huge but it is bigger than it seems from outside.
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are there lines in the entrance on the mornings usually? and can I bring food in my backpack and just leave it at the entrance?
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I went in March and there wasn't a line at all, but that'll change over the summer months. You'll have to go through an airport-style screening at the entrance, so your backpack and …
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I went in March and there wasn't a line at all, but that'll change over the summer months. You'll have to go through an airport-style screening at the entrance, so your backpack and food should be good to go! They'll just put you through a metal detector and check the contents of your backpack.
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How can I become a Member of the NMAI?
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You can join online today, or by phone at 800-242-NMAI (6624). See Membership & Giving for information on membership levels and benefits.
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