Revel In Florida’s Native American History & Culture
Museums
Miccosukee Indian Village
The Miccosukee Indian Village is located in Miami, Florida. The village is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and students, and free for children under 6.
The village is a living history museum that allows visitors to learn about the Miccosukee people. The village has a variety of exhibits, including a longhouse, a medicine man’s hut, and a chickee. Visitors can also participate in a variety of activities, such as canoeing, basket weaving, and pottery making.
Seminole Tribe of Florida Museum
The Seminole Tribe of Florida Museum is located in Hollywood, Florida. The museum is open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Tuesday through Saturday. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and students, and free for children under 12.
The museum tells the story of the Seminole people. The museum has a variety of exhibits, including artifacts from the Seminole’s past, as well as information about their culture and way of life. The museum also has a theater that shows films about the Seminole.
The Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum
The Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum is located in Big Cypress National Preserve, Florida. The museum is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, and free for children under 6.
The museum tells the story of the Seminole and Miccosukee people. The museum has a variety of exhibits, including artifacts from the Seminole and Miccosukee’s past, as well as information about their culture and way of life. The museum also has a theater that shows films about the Seminole and Miccosukee.
Landmarks
Miccosukee Arts & Crafts Cooperative
The Miccosukee Arts & Crafts Cooperative is located in Miami, Florida. The cooperative is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. Admission is free.
The cooperative sells a variety of Native American art and crafts, including baskets, pottery, jewelry, and clothing. The cooperative is a great place to buy gifts and souvenirs.
Reservations
Miccosukee Indian Reservation
The Miccosukee Indian Reservation is located in Miami, Florida. The reservation is open to the public and visitors can explore the reservation’s grounds and learn about the Miccosukee people.
Seminole Tribe of Florida Reservation
The Seminole Tribe of Florida Reservation is located in Hollywood, Florida. The reservation is open to the public and visitors can explore the reservation’s grounds and learn about the Seminole people.
Events
Miccosukee Indian Festival (February 25-26, 2023)
The Miccosukee Indian Festival is held every year in February on the Miccosukee Indian Reservation. The festival features traditional Native American dancing, singing, and drumming. The festival is a great opportunity to learn about Native American culture and to see Native American people performing their traditional dances and songs.
Seminole Tribe of Florida Powwow (April 22-23, 2023)
The Seminole Tribe of Florida Powwow is held every year in April on the Seminole Tribe of Florida Reservation. The powwow features traditional Native American dancing, singing, and drumming. The powwow is a great opportunity to learn about Native American culture and to see Native American people performing their traditional dances and songs.