National Museum of the American Indian

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  • Address
    1 Bowling Green, Financial District, 10004
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  • Phone
    212 514 3700
  • Fax
    212 514 3800
  • Website
  • Transport
    underground rail: 4, 5 to Bowling Green

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This museum, an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, is housed in the spectacular former US Customs House - an ironically grand space for a leading museum on Native American art. Established by oil heir George Gustav Heye in 1916, it does little to explain the history of Native Americans, yet boasts a huge collection of crafts and everyday objects.

The museum also hosts cultural programmes, including dance and music performances, readings for children, craft demonstrations, films and workshops.