Arkansas: The Museum of Native American History, Bentonville

Opened as a non-profit in 2006 by David Bogle, a member of the Cherokee Nation, The Museum of Native American History showcases the lives of the First Americans through exhibits on history, art and culture. The sweeping collection, with more than 10,000 artifacts, includes a woolly mammoth skeleton, tools dating from up to 12,000 years BC, and a range of pre-Columbian artwork and sculptures. There are also regular events, hands-on classes and cultural celebrations held at the museum, while the gift shop has a beautiful range of crafts and clothing.

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Posted on Jan. 17th, 2022, by Ella Buchan, Love Exploring.