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Discover California Indian history, art, and culture told through Native voices at this remarkable community museum. Explore vibrant exhibits celebrating the resilience and ongoing renaissance of California Indian traditions, while supporting Native professionals gaining hands-on experience in museum work and cultural interpretation. Founded by the National Indian Justice Center, this institution stands as a powerful testament to Indian sovereignty and cultural pride.

Explore the history of human flight with vintage aircraft, spacecraft, and interactive exhibits that showcase the pioneers and innovations that shaped aerospace. Perfect for anyone curious about how we learned to fly and reached for the stars.

The San Diego Natural History Museum traces its roots to an enthusiastic group of amateur naturalists, who formed the San Diego Society of Natural History in 1874. <br> The San Diego Natural History Museum is accredited by the American Association of Museums, which certifies that this museum continues to demonstrate a professional level of operation in accordance with the standards of excellence prescribed by the AAM.

Feast your eyes on some of the rarest and most beautiful cars ever created at the San Diego Automotive Museum.

The Mennonite Church traces its origins to the Swiss Brethren (Anabaptists) who began in Zurich, Switzerland in 1525 as a movement of the Protestant Reformation. Advocating separation of church and state, freedom of conscience, baptism only for adults who freely subscribe to its tenets, and refusing to participate in violence and warfare, they were severely persecuted, many dying a martyr’s death. They came from the Rhine lands of Europe to participate in William Penn’s “holy experiment”.

Situated at the center of Niagara University, the Castellani Art Museum is dedicated to the enjoyment and educational potential of the visual arts. The Museum houses and displays a distinguished collection of contemporary art. The Museum's mission is dedicated to the professional care and preservation of this artwork. Efforts are underway to provide access to the collection and its documentation.

Explore over 30 authentic colonial buildings and learn what daily life looked like in early America through hands-on demonstrations, guided tours, and period crafts at this expansive open-air museum.

Explore contemporary craft, art, and design where you can watch artists at work and discover how traditional techniques meet cutting-edge innovation. Take a class, visit the studios, or simply get inspired by the creative process unfolding before you.

Immerse yourself in world-class art and stunning Chihuly glass sculptures in downtown Oklahoma City's vibrant Arts District. Enjoy rotating exhibitions, independent films, and a café with French-fusion cuisine—perfect for art lovers of all ages.

Presenting a collection of modern and contemporary sculpture. It is located on a 2.4-acre site adjacent to the Dallas Museum of Art in the heart of the Dallas Arts District. The mission of the Nasher is be an international focal point and catalyst for the study, installation, conservation, and appreciation of modern and contemporary sculpture.

Discover the wonders of Texas's natural world through fascinating exhibits and hands-on collections that bring the state's incredible biodiversity to life. This museum combines engaging research and education programs to spark curiosity about nature and inspire a deeper appreciation for the ecosystems that shape our region. Perfect for a winter day of exploration with family and friends.

Explore one of New Orleans' oldest museums, where Confederate-era artifacts and personal stories have been preserved since 1891. This historic collection offers insight into Louisiana's Civil War heritage through authentic memorabilia donated by veterans and their families.

Four floors of over forty galleries of art are rotated regularly with works from antiquity to the present in the Museum's far-reaching Collection. Included in the Collection are 15th- to 20th-century European and 17th- to 20th-century American paintings, sculpture, prints, drawings, decorative arts, photographs, and folk and self-taught art. Among the best in the nation are the Museum’s holding of American decorative arts, German Expressionism, folk and Haitian art, and American art after 1960. The Museum also holds one of the largest collections of works by Wisconsin native Georgia O’Keeffe.

Since opening, the Wisconsin Veterans Museum has attracted more than 11,000 visitors per month. Over 3,000 objects are on display in a very modern exhibit environment. Continued growth in visitorship is anticipated, particularly as an outreach effort is underway to advertise the facility. The unique characteristics of the old museum-its legislatively established mission to recognize the role of Wisconsin citizen-soldiers in the Civil War and “any subsequent war,” its fortuitous administrative position as part of a dynamic state agency, its programmatic link to some of the important events of history, its impressive and long established collection of historical materials, the emotional association with Wisconsin’s tradition of service to the nation, and the high regard accorded to veterans by a grateful citizenry continue to be embodied in this living memorial.

Dive into Wisconsin's maritime legacy at this Lake Michigan waterfront museum, where you'll explore the stories of sailors, shipbuilders, and the submarines built here during World War II. Perfect for curious minds of all ages seeking hands-on learning and unforgettable Great Lakes history.

Explore Michigan's natural wonders through interactive exhibits and hands-on learning experiences. Student guides lead engaging tours designed to inspire curiosity about dinosaurs, fossils, ecosystems, and the world around us.

The North Carolina Museum of History is alive with the past—your past. It is as full of life and personalities as it is people who care for the collection, people who interpret the collection, and people who visit the collection. It is also alive with the contributions of all the people involved in its creation, development, and growth.

Explore the rich African-American heritage of Jacksonville's historic LaVilla neighborhood through vibrant art, live music, and theatrical performances at this cultural landmark. Step inside to experience the stories that made this district a beacon of Black creativity and resilience.

The Norton Museum of Art is a major cultural attraction in Florida. The Museum is internationally known for its distinguished permanent collection featuring American Art, Chinese Art, Contemporary Art, European Art and Photography. Provenance Research is an on-going activity of the Curatorial staff. From its founding the Norton has been famous for its masterpieces of 19th century and 20th century painting and sculpture by European artists such as Brancusi, Gauguin, Matisse, Miró, Monet, Picasso and by Americans such as Davis, Hassam, Hopper, Manship, O'Keeffe, Pollock and Sheeler. View special exhibitions and attend lectures and exhibition programs for both children and adults.

The Averasboro Battlefield Commission, Inc. (ABCI) is tasked with the responsibility to preserve and present the story of the Battle of Averasboro. ABCI is a non-profit, tax exempt organization formed in 1994 and incorporated in 1995 to lead in the preservation, presentation and promotion of the Averasboro Battlefield, Smithville Plantation and related history.

Step back into Alaska's layered past by exploring how Orthodox faith shaped the region's earliest communities. The galleries here showcase intricate icons, delicate embroidered pieces, and objects spanning from when Russians first settled these lands through today. Winter visits carry a contemplative quality—the quiet galleries feel especially intimate during the darker months, and the spiritual artwork takes on a deeper resonance when snow blankets the landscape outside. Discover how art and devotion intertwined across nearly three centuries of Alaskan heritage. http://www.russianorthodoxmuseum.com/

Discover the rich heritage of Southeast Alaska at this community-centered museum, where Native Tlingit culture, local history, and regional art come together under one roof. Through carefully curated artifacts, clan treasures, and rotating exhibits, you'll gain authentic insight into the Chilkat Valley's diverse past and vibrant present. Perfect for curious travelers and culture enthusiasts alike.

The Alaska Veterans Museum is planned with a focus on honoring our nation's veterans and insuring that because of the sacrifices they made to defend America's freedom, "They Shall Not Be Forgotten." As President Calvin Coolidge said, "A nation which forgets its defenders, will itself be forgotten."

Step inside Alaska's premier hands-on science center where curiosity becomes discovery. Stand inside a giant bubble, explore marine ecosystems in the touch tank, meet exotic reptiles up close, and uncover the physics behind everyday phenomena through interactive exhibits and our immersive planetarium. Perfect for families who learn best by doing.

Discover hands-on science adventures along the frozen Mississippi in downtown St. Paul, where curious minds of all ages can explore everything from dinosaurs to space exploration. Catch an immersive film in the iconic Omnitheater dome, then dive into interactive exhibits that spark wonder and ignite your passion for discovery—all while warming up from the Minnesota winter.

Explore millions of years of natural history and world cultures through captivating exhibits and hands-on experiences. Uncover the stories behind fascinating specimens and artifacts while connecting with active research from the University of Iowa.

Step into South Dakota's farming story at this free museum, where you'll explore the crops, livestock, and innovations that shaped rural communities across generations. Housed on the State University campus, the exhibits reveal how diverse cultures and traditions took root in the land, bringing to life the people and ingenuity behind the state's agricultural past.

Step into a vibrant showcase of American artistic expression, where classic paintings and contemporary works inspire wonder across generations. This Minnesota institution brings art to life through interactive exhibits and creative programs perfect for a summer visit, inviting you to explore everything from traditional sculptures to innovative studio crafts in a welcoming, dynamic space.