North America Native Museum, Ethnographic museum in Riesbach district, Zürich, Switzerland
The North America Native Museum in Zürich presents artworks and objects from Native American, First Nation, and Inuit communities through permanent and temporary exhibitions. The collection spans different geographical regions and shows the craftsmanship and visual traditions developed by these groups over centuries.
The museum began as a private collection by Gottfried Hotz that the city of Zürich purchased in 1961 and first opened in the Aussersihl district. The collection was relocated to its current location in Riesbach to serve a wider public audience.
The collection is arranged by geographical and cultural regions of North America, helping visitors understand how indigenous communities developed distinct traditions. Each section represents the artistic and material practices of specific groups across the continent.
The venue is open Tuesday through Saturday in the afternoon and Sundays from mid-morning, accommodating different visitor schedules. It's helpful to check current opening hours before visiting, as schedules may change seasonally or for special events.
The venue features a UNESCO-recognized soundscape installation where visitors experience Inuit, Kwakwaka'wakw, Hopi, and Diné cultures through audio presentations. This immersive experience allows people to encounter the spoken and musical traditions of these peoples in a direct way.
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