The Heard Museum

Since its founding in 1929, The Heard Museum has grown in size and stature to become recognized internationally for The quality of its collections, world-class exhibitions, educational programming, and unmatched festivals. Dedicated to The advancement of american indian art, The Heard successfully presents The stories of american indian people from a first-person perspective, as well as exhibitions that showcase The beauty and vitality of traditional and contemporary art. The Heard accomplishes its mission by: organizing exhibits that showcase both its collection of more than 45,000 fine artworks and cultural arts in its permanent collection and artworks from other collections; holding special events that highlight one or more aspects of american indian art, cultures, and/or history; (cont'd on sch o) hosting approximately 5,100 school children touring The Museum each year; supporting The careers of american indian artists in The world-class Heard Museum shop and in books & more, a boutique bookstore and gift shop; offering indigenous ingredients within The menu of The Museum's cafe and coffee cantina; and offering programming such as lectures, book signings and presentations by american indian experts in art, history, and cultures. Approximately 138,000 people visited The Museum during The year.