National Museum of the American Indian - Main Site Grand Opening Celebration in Washington, D.C. NMAI in New York
We are on the threshold of a very special and unprecedented undertaking—the opening of the National Museum of the American Indian.—W. Richard West, Jr.

September 21-26, 2004

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the U.S. Capitol building on the National Mall, the museum's location symbolizes a deeper understanding and reconciliation between America's first citizens and those who have come to make these shores their home.

The opening of this museum marks a unique cultural achievement as Native Americans from North, Central, and South America realize a long-awaited dream to share and honor their vibrant cultures with visitors from throughout the world.

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