We have been working hard to upgrade our online shopping experience and are excited to announce that our new online store is now live! Shop a wide variety of items, including Western decor, books about art, and beautiful jewelry and art created by Indian Market & Festival artists. Every purchase helps support the artists, makers, programs and collections that make the Eiteljorg Museum unique. To celebrate the opening, every online purchase of $35 or more will come with a FREE Eiteljorg tote bag, while supplies last! Shop now: https://lnkd.in/driqx9X6. #ArtMuseum #Indianapolis #MuseumStore #Indiana #EiteljorgMuseum
The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
Indianapolis, IN 2,949 followers
The Eiteljorg tells the stories of the peoples of North America in all their diversity and complexity.
About us
The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art was founded by Indianapolis businessman and philanthropist Harrison Eiteljorg. Its mission—to inspire an appreciation and understanding of the art, history and cultures of the American West and the indigenous peoples of North America. The museum executes this charge in exciting and often surprising ways. The Eiteljorg collects and preserves high-quality Western art and Native American art and cultural objects. Its collection includes artists such as T.C. Cannon, N. C. Wyeth, Andy Warhol, Georgia O’Keeffe, Allan Houser, Frederic Remington, Charles Russell and Kay WalkingStick. The institution’s contemporary Native art collection has been ranked among the world’s best. The Eiteljorg also prides itself on offering engaging exhibitions. Special exhibitions at the Eiteljorg have covered diverse subjects, including the artistry and histories of pistols and motorcycles; the intersecting experiences of African- and Native Americans; Jewish life in the West; and the work of iconic artists Ansel Adams and Georgia O’Keeffe. The museum allows guests to further immerse themselves in Western and Native cultures through dynamic programs, cultural exchanges and events. The Eiteljorg has explored LGBT representation in Western film; celebrated women in the West and hosts a variety of Western and Native artists in residence each year. The Eiteljorg Museum is the only museum of its kind in the Midwest, and one of only two museums east of the Mississippi that explore both Native America and the American West. Renowned programs such as the Indian Market and Festival, Eiteljorg Contemporary Art Fellowship and the Quest for the West® Art Show and Sale have helped the museum cultivate a national reputation as a premier cultural institution
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https://www.eiteljorg.org/
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- Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Indianapolis, IN
- Type
- Nonprofit
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- 1989
- Specialties
- Native American art, Western art, Native American culture, American Indians, and Native American tribes
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500 W Washington St
Indianapolis, IN 46204, US
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When 6-year-old Phyllis Webstad (Shuswap [Stswecem’c Xgat’tem First Nation]) attended her very first day of Residential School, she chose to wear an orange shirt. Like her fellow classmates, she was stripped of her clothing and her shirt and other personal items were taken from her and never returned; a harsh beginning to a difficult period in her life where she felt her emotions did not matter, that she did not matter. Since 2013, every September 30 is Orange Shirt Day or National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada, a commemorative day to honor survivors of Residential Schools, their families and communities, and to remember those who did not return home. In honor of Webstad and other Residential School attendees, the slogan “Every Child Matters” reminds us that all cultures are important and the resiliency of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples is to be celebrated. Similarly, in the U.S., the boarding school system has impacted generations of survivors and their families, so in solidarity with our Canadian friends and families, we wear an orange shirt on September 30. #NDTR #OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters #SupportSurvivors #EiteljorgMuseum
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At the Eiteljorg Museum, we share diverse stories through our collections of Native American and Western art. But captivating art is just the beginning of the experience: 🖼️ Explore our core galleries along with ever-changing special exhibitions 🛍️ Discover authentic works by featured artists and unique gifts in the Frank & Katrina Basile Museum Store 🥗 Enjoy a fresh, delicious bite at the café and take in the canal views 🌿 Relax in our outdoor spaces nestled right in White River State Park Whether you have 20 minutes or an entire afternoon, there’s always something new to discover. Plan your visit now at: https://eiteljorg.org/. #ArtMuseum #NativeArt #WesternArt #Indiana #EiteljorgMuseum
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Visit the Eiteljorg Museum this weekend and experience a spectacular new exhibition, “Then and Now: Art from the Eiteljorg Contemporary Art Fellowship.” These bold, cutting-edge works were created by Eiteljorg Fellows; learn more here: https://lnkd.in/dCp3vXsw Also, you can meet acclaimed textile artist Carrie Moran McCleary (Little Shell Chippewa), who is Eiteljorg Artist in Residence, during her open studio hours at the museum, 1-4 p.m. Saturday Sept. 26: https://lnkd.in/dSQmTgZ3 For more about memorable experiences at the Eiteljorg, visit the Storyteller Digital Hub: https://lnkd.in/dBrnBJB6
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Heading downtown for Circle City Classic this weekend? Make the Eiteljorg Museum part of your weekend plans! Enjoy $5 off general admission, drop into the café for a delicious lunch, and explore the museum store for unique Indianapolis keepsakes and thoughtful gifts. #CircleCityClassic #DowntownIndy #VisitIndy #Indianapolis #EiteljorgMuseum
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Visiting Indy for the 12th Quadrennial International Violin Competition? Stop by the Eiteljorg Museum for discounted admission! Show your hotel key card or event badge at any time to save $5 on admission. If you have time while downtown, pop into our cafe or store free of charge. #DowntownIndy #ArtMuseum #Indianapolis #Violin #EiteljorgMuseum
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Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor the vibrant Latinx cultures that have fundamentally shaped the history and identity of the American West. Through generations, printmaking has served as a vital medium for artists to amplify their voices, claim space, and share powerful community stories across the region. Explore "Consejo Grafico Nacional: Latino Printmakers in the United States" on display now, to see how contemporary Latinx printmakers use this dynamic art form to honor tradition and redefine the narrative of the West. Read more about the exhibition on our Storyteller Digital Hub: https://lnkd.in/d5YjQjBC. #HispanicHeritageMonth #Printmaking #LatinxArt #Indianapolis #EiteljorgMuseum
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Coming to the Eiteljorg Museum November 14: “re-MARK-able Perseverance: Tattoos” explores the deep history, meaning, and resurgence of Indigenous skin marking traditions across North America. Explore the ways tattoos have long represented identity, spirituality, resilience, and personal connection within Native communities. Join us Saturday, November 14, for a special gallery tour and artist discussion to learn from the exhibit’s museum curator and highlighted artist. “re-MARK-able Perseverance: Tattoos” runs through February 21, 2027. #NativeArt #Exhibition #ArtMuseum #Tattoos #EiteljorgMuseum
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On the WISHTV Daybreak show, Laura Fry, vice president of curatorial and collections, talked about the big events at the Eiteljorg this weekend. Watch Laura’s interview with Daybreak anchor Hanna Mordoh at this link: https://lnkd.in/d2p3yeub Today, Saturday Sept. 19, you can meet Artist in Residence Carrie Moran McCleary (Little Shell Chippewa) in the Eiteljorg’s studios from 1-4 p.m., and learn about her textile art. Join us for a panel discussion of Great Lakes Native artists who will discuss the importance of weaving in Native cultures, from 11 a.m. to noon today, Sept. 19. From 1:30-3 p.m., the artists will give demonstrations of their work. And, be sure to see the 2026 Quest for the West® art exhibition, open daily through Oct. 11, featuring new paintings and sculptures inspired by the American West by 50 of today’s top artists. All is included with regular museum admission; members have free admission. Find out more about the Eiteljorg on the Storyteller digital hub, at this link: https://lnkd.in/dBrnBJB6
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The holidays are right around the corner, which means it’s time to start planning a celebration your guests will talk about all year! Host your upcoming event at the Eiteljorg Museum and give your guests an unforgettable evening surrounded by the enchanting model trains of Jingle Rails. From cozy corporate gatherings to staff holiday celebrations, our unique spaces provide a truly magical scene for your party. Contact us today to reserve your holiday event rental: https://lnkd.in/g3SFATyw. #Holidays #EventRental #Winter #Indianapolis #EiteljorgMuseum
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