Heard Museum of Native Cultures and Art
Type: Art Museums, History Museums, Museums
10Best Says
The well-regarded, world-famous Heard Museum is one of the world's leading repositories of Native American art. It also features works by contemporary Southwestern artists, craft demonstrations,... Read More
The well-regarded, world-famous Heard Museum is one of the world's leading repositories of Native American art. It also features works by contemporary Southwestern artists, craft demonstrations, amphitheater performances, a cafe, and a gift shop. Paintings, drawings, and sculpture figure into the collection, along with domestic objects, textiles, pottery, dolls, and jewelry. The museum's revolving calendar of exhibitions offers new insight into Native American tradition, history and cultural trends. Anyone with even the slightest interest in Southwestern history and culture should make this a must-see destination when visiting the Valley of the Sun. Along with the original Heard Museum in central Phoenix, the museum also has branches established in other parts of the city, including Heard Museum North in Scottsdale, and Heard Museum West in Surprise.
Hours:
- Mon-Sat: 9:30am-5pm
- Sun: 11am-5pm
Admissions:
- Adult $12; Senior (65+) $11; Student $5; Child (6-12) $3
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Patricia Escarcega
Phoenix, Scottsdale Local Expert
- Romantic Things to Do: "Stop by the Heard Museum gift shop for a large collection of authentic, handmade artwork, Navajo rugs, Kachina dolls, jewelry, and home decor made by working Native American artists."
- Free Things to Do: "The Heard Museum is one of the world's top museums specializing in Native American culture and art. Check out the gift shop for one-of-a-kind art, and enjoy free admission on the First Friday of the month from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m."
- Best Attractions & Activities, Museums, Attractions near US Airways Center, Family-Friendly Museums: "Stop by the Heard Museum gift shop for a large collection of authentic, handmade artwork, Navajo rugs, Kachina dolls, jewelry, and home decor."
- Best for Romantic Things to Do Because: Experience some of the world's best contemporary Native American art, while enjoying the romantic historic ambiance at the Heard Museum.
- Best for Free Things to Do Because: The Heard Museum is a world-class repository of art and culture, offering free admission every First Friday of the month from 6 to 10 p.m.
- Recommended as Best Attractions & Activities, Museums Because: The Heard Museum is one of the world's best living repositories of authentic and rare Native American art.
- Best for Attractions near US Airways Center, Family-Friendly Museums Because: The Heard Museum is an award-winning living repository of authentic and rare Native American art.
