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Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians & Western Art
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Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians & Western Art
500 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-636-9378
E-mail: bbeiswanger@eiteljorg.com
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Go west young man...west of Indianapolis' famed Monument Circle, that is. The Eiteljorg Museum is unique, one of only two museums east of the Mississippi with both Native American and Western art. Located in downtown Indianapolis, the museum is within walking distance of the Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium, Circle Centre mall and major downtown hotels.

The building's distinctive design was inspired by the land, people and architecture of the American Southwest. The American Western Gallery includes works from the Taos, New Mexico Artists' Colony, as well as pieces from such legends as Remington and Russell. Contemporary artists who tell the story of today's West are also represented and the Native American collection includes pottery, basketry, sculpture and other artifacts from all 10 North American native cultural areas. And it's only getting better.

In June 2005, the Eiteljorg debuted the Mel and Joan Perelman Wing, a 45,000-square-foot addition that doubles the museum's public space and provides 50 percent more galleries, additional classrooms/art studios, a library, a technology lab, gardens and the newest dining option on the scenic downtown canal, The Sky City Cafe. The museum is now able to show more of its permanent collection, among the best in the world, and provide guests with more hands-on learning opportunities.
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Submitted By: Indyjrob
Date Visited: 06/22/08
Indian Market and much more
I took my family to Indian Market, an annual celebration of Native American Culture, over the weekend. The event featured incredible art, both traditional and modern, from a host of American Indian artists. The range of work included turquoise jewelry (very popular), metal sculpture and abstract painting. Everything was quite beautiful. They also had performances. We saw some traditional dancers and, while my daughter was enamored with their outfits, I can't say the singing and dancing seemed too genuine. When rain pushed us inside the museum we walked through "Yosemite," a special exhibit now on display. This was the highlight of my day. The collection of work was breathtaking and showcased photography (Ansel Adams is featured) and paintings. Don't miss this exhibit! The kids loved the stagecoach area downstairs as they got to dress up and play cowboy. A great museum, a great event and a great day.
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