Top 5 Native American Experiences

Exploring the rich culture and tradition of the Native Americans is very important, as they contributed a lot in the historic past of the United States of America. Therefore, many groups of individuals, organizations and societies have exerted their fullest efforts unto maintaining and preserving the Native American culture of all tribes. Here is a guide of some of the most distinctive place where you can actually experience the genuine Native American culture.

1 Mesa Verde National Park , Colorado

This stunning national park houses a magical secret: ancient cliff dwellings and mesa-top archaeological sites, built by the Ancestral Publoans who lived in the region between AD 600 and AD 1300. Established in 1906 by President Theodore Roosevelt ‘to preserve the works of man’ and now a UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Site, Mesa Verde is a historical treasure trove, with 24 Native American tribes, including the Hopi and Navajo, enjoying a special relationship with the park.

2 The National Museum of the American Indian , Washington DC

With a world-class collection of over 800000 indigenous artefacts, Washington DC’s wonderful Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian also hosts concerts, festivals and workshops. Don ‘t miss the opportunity to indulge in regional native cuisine at the Mitsitam Cafe, and browse the excellent Roanoke Museum Store with its Native American jewellery , art, textiles, crafts and toys.

3 Crow Fair, Montana

The Big Sky of Montana is pierced by 1500 tepees when, for one week each August, Crow Agency becomes home to the world s largest modern-day Native American encampment. Held by the Apsaalooke people of the Crow Indian Reservation, this vibrant celebration of indigenous culture includes rodeos, horse races, traditional dancing and powwows.

4 Navajo Nation , Arizona, Utah and New Mexico

Immerse yourself in Native American culture, national monuments, historical sites and natural wonders throughout the ancient lands of the Navajo Nation. Spanning 27000 square miles across  three states, this breathtaking region offers hiking, horse riding and jeep tours, led by native Navajo, to explore canyons, craters, lakes and the iconic sandstone formations of Monument Valley.

5 Route 66, Chicago, Illinois to Santa Monica, California

Stretching 2400 miles across the USA from east to west [ or west to east, depending on where you begin].  Rote 66 is one of the world s most famous highways. Over half the route crosses Indian Country , and the American Indians and Rote 66 trail introduces visitors to some of the tribes living along its path, highlighting points of historical and cultural interest, along with events, restaurants and places to stay.