North American Indian Cultures

Explore authentic dwellings Examine beautifully crafted artwork Stop and listen to stories

James Luna Presents Making Do

October 3, 2012 - March 3, 2013
Acclaimed performance artist James Luna has created Making Do, a work specifically designed to be presented in the Crane North American Indian Cultures Hall here at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science.

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Egyptian Mummies

On Permanent Display
Two mummies teach modern scientists how the ancient civilization of Egypt regarded its living and preserved its dead.

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Location: Level 2

We are all different, we are all the same is the thread running through this exhibition hall. Shelter, food, clothing, transportation, tools-all are basic human needs satisfied in different ways by different cultures. Among North America's native peoples, the rich diversity in traditional and modern lifeways reflects the distinctive regional influences of environment and materials.

As you travel through the various regions you can explore authentic reconstructed dwellings, including an Eskimo snow house, a Northwest Coast clan house, a Navajo hogan, and a Cheyenne tipi. Along the way, examine beautifully crafted weavings, basketry, beadwork, and pottery. Stop to listen to stories and watch videos on the major cultural groups.