It was almost by accident that I ended up at this incredible museum - the Heard. They have an extensive collection of American Indian Art. When I visited, two (of the 6- 8 annual exhibits) that captured me were "Remembering Our Indian School Days: The Boarding School Experience" and "Arctic Spirit: Inuit Art from the Albrecht Collection." This gem of... More

If you are interested in the history of the Native Americans, this is a great place to see and learn! More

We went on a Sunday and our guide for one of the free tours was a young man who was half Mexican and half Navajo. He was knowledgeable of the displays and the people discussed. The displays are out-of-this-world beautiful! It also has a very good cafe. The gift shop has high quality items by local artisans. More

The Heard Museum is one of the best collections of American Indian art and artifacts in the West. The collection is beautifully curated and displayed, revealing not only the objects themselves but their backgrounds and histories. The shops have a fine selection of jewelery and art. This museum should not be missed on any trip to Phoenix. More

I learned so much during this visit. It is an amazing place to spend some time. So relaxing. More

The Heard Museum is a fantastic collection of Native American history and art. One could spend much more than the 2 hours we spent and still not see it all. My favorite areas were the collection of pots, the bronze statues, and the history of all tribes living in Arizona. Especially moving was the area dedicated to stories and memorabilia... More

well done exhibits. Provides understanding of the problems facing the indigenous people of the area. More

Although the emphasis at the museum has changed over the years, it is still a great teaching museum with both ancient, antique and modern pieces. The docents are well trained here and offer a lot of information. They have an excellent area for children to learn about the art and lifestyle of Native Americans. My personal favorite is the Barry... More

I literally saw things in this "museum" that was from 1976. Really? That makes me feel ancient. It was a huge disappointment to me and my out of town guests. More