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Mitchell Museum of the American Indian

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Mitchell Museum of the American Indian

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3001 Central St.
Evanston, IL 60201
877-475-1030

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Mitchell Museum of the American Indian Description

From sitting on deer skin rugs to fingering primitive snowshoes, kids are immersed in Native American culture at this unique museum. Exhibits are divided by North American habitat, describing how indigenous people lived in the Woodlands, Plains, Southwest, Northwest Coast and the Arctic. The highlight is the "teaching lodge" on the second floor, a tent made of tanned elk hide over birch branches where kids can crawl in and play tribe. The well-stocked museum shop offers Native American crafts and fun DIY kits. Be sure to check out our other Evanston vacation ideas.

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Kid Tips

School-Age Kids: School-agers tend to love the lore here. Keep them engaged by making the tour a hunt to see how many animals appear in the museum from stretched beaver pelts to stone-carved polar bears.

Planning Notes

Expect to narrate: Informative exhibit placards require a reader, though most of the artifacts such as baskets, textiles and bead work speak for themselves.
Arrange a tour in advance: By calling ahead you can arrange a free docent-led tour that takes about an hour. Optional craft activities can also be arranged for a fee.