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For those of you interested in exploring the personal stories of Native American culture, a stop at the Heard Museum Phoenix is a must during your Bluegreen vacation. With six to eight new exhibitions debuting annually, visitors never tire of the extensive collection of Native American Indian art. In addition the wide range of interactive exhibits, take the guided tour through the museum to really grasp the history of the Native American people.

The History Of The Heard Museum

Dwight and Maie Bartlett Heard founded the Phoenix Heard Museum in 1929, which serves as a means to educate visitors and locals alike about the cultures and arts that define Native American history. The Heard Museum is stocked with Southwest Native American artifacts and rare works of art. The living museum has expanded and grown over the years, and has recently earned international recognition for the quality and relevance of its collections. Local Native American artists and a variety of tribal communities offer first-hand accounts that are reflected in the displays and exhibits.

Exhibits and Activities at the Heard Museum

Currently, vacationers can view a massive collection of over 40,000 items. This includes a 34,000-volume library and archives. The museum covers about 130,000 square feet, housing pop art images, southwest Native American artifacts, and flawless pieces of art depicting the history of this storied culture. Contemporary Native American artists showcase pop art images of Wonder Woman, Michael Jackson and President Obama in a flashy new exhibit, Popular Culture in Native American Art.

Outside the museum overlooking the Sonoran Desert, visitors can retreat to the courtyards to enjoy cascading water features and rousing sculptures. Take a front row seat to live music and dance performances at the Scott L. Libby, Jr. Amphitheater. Get hands-on and grab the chance to form butterflies and create wearable art inside the museum. The HOME: Native People in the Southwest is one of the most popular exhibits, showcasing the background and development of the major tribes of the Southwest Region.

The Heard Museum Phoenix is one of the most popular museums in the Southwest, and continues to draw nearly 250,000 visitors per year. For the most authentic look at the art and culture of Native Americans, look no further than this Phoenix museum in the Valley of the Sun.