Iroquois Indian Museum

The Iroquois Indian Museum is a cultural institution in Howes Cave housed in a building designed to resemble a traditional longhouse structure. The collection displays a range of objects and artworks that reflect the history and diversity of the Iroquois peoples.

The museum was founded in 1981 on historic Mohawk territory, one of the five original nations of the Iroquois Confederacy. Its establishment marked an important effort to preserve and document the heritage of these peoples.

The museum showcases Haudenosaunee traditions and contemporary artistic expressions created by Indigenous artists. Visitors experience how these cultures remain active today through exhibitions and programs led by Native American educators.

Plan a visit on a day with mild weather, as the surroundings are part of the experience. Comfortable shoes are helpful since the exhibition extends through indoor and outdoor areas.

The museum houses one of the largest collections of Iroquois art in North America, with works spanning thousands of years. This remarkable collection makes it an essential destination for understanding the artistic traditions of these peoples.

Location: New York

Inception: 1980

Website: http://iroquoismuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 42.69159,-74.40806

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:01