The Heard Museum--The Native People by VeronicaG
For anyone interested in understanding the American Indian culture better, I'd certainly suggest a visit to The Heard Museum. It's hard for me to pass a museum by--there's just so much history waiting to be passed on to those who enter in.As the guide led us through the museum, this Coming of Age outfit caught my interest. Just look at the fringing! We were told that this ceremony is more important than a wedding or the birth of a baby to Indian culture.
Other points of interest were:
A replica of a pueblo oven (picture 2)
Displays, oral histories and distinctive characteristics of the Native American groups (picture 3)
Time passed quickly and before we knew it our stomachs told us it was time for a quick bite. The Arcadia Farms cafe had a delicious selection of Southwest lunch entrees and desserts. I ordered Strawberry Chicken Salad with Poppyseed Dressing ($11.99)--it was great! The cafe is open daily from 9;30 pm-3:00 pm. (picture 4)
