trade consumer stuff from Pendleton wools, although I realize that Indians used to trade for them 100 years ago. Great Indian culture information.
The museum covers the history of the Navaho people. Don't miss the video, it was excellent. It is a history museum so there is information provided that can be disturbing but we learned from the exhibits and are so glad that we went.
This place is really small, but packed with great information and exhbits. Probably one of the outstanding places of our whole trip. The introductory film was super good and the hogan inside the museum is really interesting to see too.
A great little place to kill time while in Tuba City, the museum was interesting and the staff very friendly.
having lived on the "REZ" for many years, stopped here on trip back and found the displays and info are excellent primer for those who have little/no experience with these magnificent people and their culture
Tuba City doesn't have a whole lot happening there but this was worth it to see. Very well done, interactive, and doable in about an hour. Many of the Native attractions can be cheesy but this one is first rate. Entrance fee was about $8pp. Along side is a free attraction of the Navajo Code Breakers from WWII. A nice video presentation, photos and artifacts.
We were told about this exhibit by a member of the Navajo Nation's Tribal Council, and wish we could have spent more time here. Do stay for the 10-minute movie , which portrays the foundation of the Navajo nation's religious tradition. I was surprised by how many parallels there are with the Old Testament- quarrels and floods especially! Worth the admission price.
Pretty basic coverage of Navajo history and traditions. Very convenient to Quality Inn and price makes it worthwhile.
What a pleasant surprise . This place is a hidden gem. We happened on it while looking for a resturant next door . I'm so glad we were recommended to stop in before leaving area. They have done an incredible job explaining the history of the Navajo . I'm ashamed to say I had no idea of how important they were in the positive outcome of the war, because of " code talkers" . Also the family in the documentary about "canyon de Chelly " was the same one that our guide for a jeep tour was from. He was actually in film as a child. What a small world it is at times .
This museum built in the shape of a Hogan in Tuba City is very interesting. The introductory film tells you about the creation of the Navajos and their beliefs. The museum has very interesting artefacts, stories and a video of how a family lives. The museum does not have a WC that is in the restaurant next door. Also pop into the Trading Post while you are there.