Western Art & Woodland Indians by Toughluck
With a name like Eiteljorg, you would not expect such a concise museum of Indian Art and Woodland Culture. I've been looking for sources of information on the Woodland Indians of the Great Lakes. Movies, books, and stories focus on the 'cowboy' period of Ameircan History and the late (1870-1890's) Indian Wars. Try and find a good source of the life and trials of Woodland nations, who lived throughout the Great Lakes! 4Well, here it is.The second floor (east) covers the history and modern life style of the Potawatomi, Miami, Delaware and other nations in Indiana and into the surrounding states. They have consulted with the tribal elders and historians. It is a great source of who this 'first Americans' were and are today. The west side has pottery displays and a craft area, where there are often crafters at work.
Entrance fees: $7.00 adult, $4.00 (student), free (child), $6.00 (senior)