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site: Indian Pueblo Culture Center (The)
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Description
Description
Owned and operated as a nonprofit
organization by the 19 pueblos of New Mexico, this is a fine place
to begin an exploration of Native American culture. About a mile
northeast of Old Town, this museum -- modeled after Pueblo Bonito,
a spectacular 9th-century ruin in Chaco Culture National Historic
Park -- consists of several parts.You'll want to spend 1 to 2 hours here. Begin
in the basement, where a permanent exhibit depicts the evolution
of the various pueblos from prehistory to present, including
displays of the distinctive handicrafts of each community. Note
especially how pottery differs in concept and design from pueblo to
pueblo. The Pueblo House Children's Museum, in a separate
building, is a hands-on experience that gives children the
opportunity to learn about and understand the evolution of Pueblo
culture. There they can touch pot shards, play with heishi
(shell) drills, and even don fox tails and dance.Upstairs in the main building is an enormous
(10,000-sq.-ft.) gift shop featuring fine pottery, rugs,
sand paintings, kachinas, drums, and jewelry, among other things.
Southwestern clothing and souvenirs are also available. Prices here
are quite reasonable.Every weekend throughout the year, Native
American dancers perform at 11am and 2pm in an outdoor arena
surrounded by original murals. Often, artisans demonstrate their
crafts there as well. During certain weeks of the year, such as the
Balloon Fiesta, dances are performed daily.A restaurant serves traditional Native
American foods. It's a good place for some Indian fry bread and a
bowl of posole.
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Price
Admission $6 adults, $5 seniors, $3 students, free for children 4 and underCredit Cards Accepted
AE, DISC, MC, VHours
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