In a building inspired by a Haudenosaunee(Iroquois) longhouse, the Iroquois Museum in Howes Cave, NY is the ideal introduction to the Haudenosaunee today and in the past. The Museum offers a …
In a building inspired by a Haudenosaunee(Iroquois) longhouse, the Iroquois Museum in Howes Cave, NY is the ideal introduction to the Haudenosaunee today and in the past. The Museum offers a window into the rich complexity of Haudenosaunee culture and history through visual and performing arts. The 7300-square foot facility features changing and permanent exhibits; interactive, family-friendly learning stations; and the largest collection of contemporary Haudenosaunee art worldwide. Dance performances, storytelling, artist demonstrations, and 45-acre Nature Park celebrate the cultural diversity, rich history, archaeology, and artistic expression of the Haudenosaunee—Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca, and Tuscarora. The Gift Shop offers fine hand crafted Haudenosaunee art, silver, pottery, and sculpture purchased directly from the artists, as well as books and souvenirs. Additional educational opportunities are available online through the Museum’s website and “Learning Longhouse.
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Jun 18, 2024
Thought it might be a little more immersive (other Native American museums we have visited in the past have been really good). There isn't a whole lot to see although children activities are well cat… Full review by Whinbrook
Apr 5, 2024
Mostly modern art. One floor of a fee things and a floor for just children. In and out 45 minutes. I don’t have really anything nice to say. Full review by bogie0006
Aug 12, 2023
We visited with 2 young daughters (12 and 6). The art exhibits and traditional parts of the museum were very interesting (and rather interesting to the kids but you know how kids are) but the kids r… Full review by douglash965
Was the Museum built on an archeological or site of special significance to the Haudenosaunee?
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The 48 acres purchased for the Museum campus were surveyed for archeological significance prior to its purchase. While the Museum grounds are located within traditional …
The 48 acres purchased for the Museum campus were surveyed for archeological significance prior to its purchase. While the Museum grounds are located within traditional Mohawk territory, no physical...
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