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Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians & Western Art

500 W Washington St, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 USA

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“The only museum of its kind!”

The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art was founded by Indianapolis businessman and philanthropist Harrison Eiteljorg. Its mission—to inspire an appreciation and understanding of the art, history and cultures of the American West and the indigenous peoples of North America. The museum executes this charge in exciting and often surprising ways. The Eiteljorg collects and preserves high-quality Western art and Native American art and cultural objects. Its collection includes artists such as T.C. Cannon, N. C. Wyeth, Andy Warhol, Georgia O’Keeffe, Allan Houser, Frederic Remington, Charles Russell and Kay WalkingStick. The institution’s contemporary Native art collection has been ranked among the world’s best.   The Eiteljorg also prides itself on offering engaging exhibitions. Special exhibitions at the Eiteljorg have covered diverse subjects, including the artistry and histories of pistols and motorcycles; the intersecting experiences of African- and Native Americans; Jewish life in the West; and the work of iconic artists Ansel Adams and Georgia O’Keeffe. The museum allows guests to further immerse themselves in Western and Native cultures through dynamic programs, cultural exchanges and events. The Eiteljorg has explored GLBT representation in Western film; celebrated women in the West and hosts a variety of Western and Native artists in residence each year. The Eiteljorg Museum is the only museum of its kind in the Midwest, and one of only two museums east of the Mississippi that explore both Native America and the American West.

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Drew R.

We spent an afternoon at this museum. It is well worth your time to visit. The Eiteljorg is located at White River State Park in downtown Indianapolis l. There is plenty of parking available in... Read more

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Tom B.

I'm not sure how we missed this little gem after having lived in the Indy area for nearly ten years, but today was our first visit, and we were impressed. When it comes to museums, I don't have... Read more

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Katherine A.

The Eiteljorg Museum has some new attractions to visit. The photography of Dorothea Lange is fascinating exhibit depicting scenes from the Great Depression and WWII. There are three galleries of... Read more

Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians & Western Art

500 W Washington St
Indianapolis, Indiana
46204 USA
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  • Sun: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Mon - Sat: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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