Reviews of Mid-America All-Indian Museum. (Museum) in Wichita (Kansas).

Mid-America All-Indian Museum

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650 N Seneca St, Wichita, KS 67203, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Bryan Tait

I had been wanting to visit for quite sometime but the hours of operation and my schedule hadn't really lined up until today. I learned so many fascinating things about the local Natives and about the Keeper of the Plains. They have some beautiful artwork that was done by the guy who created the Keeper. You can also step outside, look and even go into the tipi that is out there. If you are curious about having Native roots they will also point you in the right direction to do research.

Bud Jackson

Mid America All Indian Museum Seneca Kansas: For a very minimal charge you can spend hours in this museum and walk the grounds learning about the Native American ways and art. The pieces you will see here are just specular ranging from paintings, clay work, artifacts, to weaving and everything in between. There are even drums to play, pelts to feel and a teepee the little ones can go in, all inside the building. Along with all the art you can enjoy checking out a very tall friendship totem pole that's in a large conference type room which also includes some other larger items and history. When you're done inside you are encouraged to wonder the outside grounds and enter a full sized teepee to see what life would be like back then. Surrounding the teepee are examples of other things used and grown. They help support the museum with the sale of hand crafted jewelry and other collectible items if you are so inclined. This museum is well worth the time you will spend and you may learn something of a beautiful people you didn't know.

Jill Turner

On our field trip we were given the opportunity to make some noise with drums and shakers. We were read a story, discussed Black Bear Bosin, and were able to touch bison hide, see beadwork try our hand at games, and more. Thank you to the wonderful ladies who educated our students today.

Emily S

Worth the visit! Learn all about Native American heritage with hands on exhibit. Then learn all about Wichita's own Black Bear Bosin (designer of the Keeper of the Plains) and view many of his drawings and art works, including a mural that takes up an entire wall!

David Sanders

We visited on March 19th, 2023, which was a sunday. The museum is not typically open on Sundays, but the Cherokee Nation had their At-Large annual meeting. It was crowded, and difficult to find parking right at the Museum, but there are several parking areas nearby within walking distance. Look for parking areas on either side of the confluence of rivers near the foot bridge. It was free to enter for this event, but normally tickets are $7 for adults.

Whitechocolate Zaddy

Great building and teaching moment for anyone who cares to learn about different cultures and history. By the river walk and famous Keeper of the Plains statue in heart of downtown Wichita.

Linda Archer

Pretty much a one-man show, but very well worth the time and small admission. Very impressive and moving life works by Blackbear Bosin, including "Keeper of the Plains", displayed in Wichita.

Lori Jean Kveragas

Beautiful artwork. I wanted everything in the gift store. Videos and books for loads of info. Really nice volunteer and cashier. Sad the outdoor teepee was closed off today. Still a great stop when seeing keeper of the plains.

Jan Bush

Went to the indigenous Mama film festival at the Museum. Enjoyed the creative talent from around the world. Afterwards toured the museum. Thoroughly lost myself in the works and life of Blackbear Bosin. Awesome tribute to such a talented and creative soul. I recommend you go to view these works and more by other artists. You’ll find examples of beaded moccasins to forged silver in addition to paintings, historical photos, and ceramics. Their gift store includes handcrafted items by Native Americans and books. The staff was also friendly and helpful.

Lyrae

It had lots of beautiful artwork and some good information. My son loved playing with the drums and looking at the different animal pelts. The teepee outside was pretty cool too I just wish it had something inside representing what would've been in a teepee. And I was hoping for more actual artifacts being a museum and all, which is why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5. Still happy we visited though.

rocky boxer

Awesome Place well worth the admission definitely informative definitely something worth seeing both the center and the Keeper of the flame at night just to walk around and see all the cultural artifacts and learn some of the history of the Indian culture and to be able to tie it in with my history is something that was well worth the experience definitely a 5-star rating

Chalais Cox

Enjoyed the museum mostly the art work. Didn't realize how small it was.

Rosie Knox

The event itself was great. It was a little unorganized for the speakers ,l couldn't unstand the speaker who was speaking and telling stories

Valorie Ebie

Went to the alterNative film festival! It was absolutely amazing! Really enjoyed the movies and the Q&A afterwards with the writer/director and actor. Just super sad it was better attended. Kinda shows how lame Wichita really is at anything not mainstream.

Heather

If you want to get out of the house and do something different, definitely check out your local community they have so much to offer. Like the Mid-America All-Indian museum ♥️

Brian Lyday

Nice place to go. Wish it was bigger. Trail of tears memorial day / walk.

Siva Chithra

Even though I am not an art lover, I loved this place. The ehi exhibits are lovely and the showcasing is not like any other museum I have ever went. This portrays the rich cultural heritage of native Americans brilliantly.

Matthew Broderick

Great atmosphere and staff. Really enjoyed the largest collection of Black Bear Bosin work!

Anthony Ramirez

Went to the back-to-school Indian Pow Wow! It was beautiful and fun. It is one place that you should check out.

Heather Freckles

There are so many places in Wichita that sometimes places like this go unlocked. If you want to see something different and learn something new, or even just get out of the house go check out this museum.

Kathrina Bradshaw

A very nice museum displaying some famous Native American artists and their work. They also house the whole timeline of the development of the Keeper of the Plains that is now Wichita's symbol.. There was also a nice little giftshop area. I did notice that they had a flyer advertising the bead work classes that they have for both beginners and advanced! You could make some very cool bracelets or earrings. For summer time, they had sunflowers and watermelons as two of the selections to choose from... fun fun!! Think I will have to find the time to take a bead class now!!

Natasha Monjar

Small exhibit, but beautiful. They had a small area with a mini tipi and drum and other instruments and books where my kids kept entertained. The area with the national flags was also lovely, with a great view of the iconic statue who's name escapes me at the moment. The gift shop had quality items

David Talty

Nice and peaceful when its not busy.

Susan Wright

Beautiful art, beautiful hand made crafts to purchase. Very helpful staff. A spot for families or students to sit and read comfortably. Plenty of very captivating pieces for children and adults. Some very humorous pieces, too! Very enjoyable experience!

Angel PinaHardin

Very interesting and beautiful museum. Recommend visiting to learn about Native America.

Rhonda Richmond

Absolutely loved it!

P B

Most of this museum was dedicated to one artist. A few artifacts. My husband had a door slam shut on his finger. We were told it had been repaired multiple times.

Matt Killingsworth

It has been years since I've attended an event there, but it turned out to be a great wedding venue. They had spaces for the wedding party to get ready, a kitchen for catering, parking was easy (though limited) and it's right downtown. Enjoyed our time there and am glad to have this as part of Wichita's culture.

Steven Martin

We were grateful for the opportunity to go for free with the Sunflower Program. We are homeschoolers and we are learning about Native Americans right now. It was very nice, but I had hoped it would be educational about different Native American tribes, maybe with more artifacts. Not much of that, but we learned a lot about a Native American artist which was interesting. I wish it had been more clear on the website that that's what this was.

liberating leash

The current exhibit was celebrating the life of Blackbear Bosin and his works of art. There was also information pertaining to the history of indigenous tribes in aviation in Wichita. I had hoped, or thought, that the museum was specifically focused on the indigenous tribes of the area, but it was more of an exhibit. I assume they change with assume regularity. Around the corner is the Keeper of the Plains statue. I enjoyed my time there.

Gregory Franklin

Went to veterans event. Indian center is a great place and all Wichitans should visit. This is history at it's best.

Angela Guest

Educational museum, with hands on drums, animal skins, and more to explore! Great for people of all ages, also not a breathtakingly long walk through, for those who are limited in mobility..

George T. Sipos

The museum part of the Center is dedicated to the life and work of artist Blackbear Boisin, the designer of the Keeper of the Plains monument to Native Americans located nearby. Other than that, there are a few Native American musical instruments to experience and a store and a main gallery where gatherings are held.

Angie Bufore

My family used to go every Wednesday for community night. My son learned the Native drum and participated in one of the pow wows. He and his father are Native and they loved being a part of their culture. Saturdays during the holidays the children would make Christmas ornaments to take home and for the large tree at the center. Great cultural center!

Rachel Porter

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff that is eager to teach you Native American culture. They have a multitude of traditional crafting classes with indigenous instructors that not only teach you the craft but the history behind the crafting. Their museum component shares many interesting learning topics and, when not in a pandemic, the center hosts many traditional dances and ceremonies.

Lynn Stumblingbear

My favorite local museum. Great Black Bear Bosin exhibit. He did the iconic Keeper of the Plains statue! Nice gift shop, too.

Zeke Knipps

Other than the gates near Keeper of the Plains were still locked which made it difficult to get to, the museum was wonderful. Loved Blackbear Bosins art and story.

Sy Brahim

Great history and life art of creator of Keeper of the Plains....too bad vandals destroyed the outside displays but still worth the entrance fee and ask for educator discount if applicable....excellent staff

Janell Carr

This is a really neat place to visit! This place holds great history for Wichita and Kansas, overall. It gives a look into past Indian life and culture. There is a neat museum/gift shop located inside. This can also be used as a wedding venue with beautiful views to the Keeper! Beautiful inside and outside of the building

Shanna Marshall

We visited here to learn more of the Native Americans in this area, but were somewhat disappointed in that there were some photographs and a few artifacts., but not a lot of mid-American Indian history. There was an extensive photo/info of athletes and those who served in the Armed Services. Displays of lovely baskets & pottery. There was a very interesting section devoted to Black Bear Bosin with a video of him in addition to numerous pieces of his artwork and a huge wall mural painted by him. A nice, concise museum but not as extensive as many as we have visited.

Runningwolf Carson

Every 4th wendsday of the month the native community comes together for arts and crafts, drumming, singing and just community outreach. Very positive experience as I'm from Colorado it helps me meet the local native Americans, so hopefully more people will keep coming and make it even a better occasion.

Linda Mies

I had the pleasure of standing next to him after the Keeper of the Plains had been built on a Summer evening about dusk before the fire pits were built. I might've noticed his appearance or his name tag (a Reception was made in the Kiva area or inside one of the meeting rooms, something like that. Told him that was very beautiful. He smiled, shook my hand. This was a very special moment in my life. The exhibit a few years ago with a short film was also extremely interesting. Have enjoyed going to the Pow Wows too.

Kevroc

This is an iconic Wichita museum located at the confluence of the little and big Arkansas rivers on sacred ground. There is a beautiful museum there and also a common space for dances and ceremonial aspects. I highly recommend.

Jeffree Coba

It is a beautiful center for events. Rich in tradition and history. Well maintained. Beautiful Native American paintings. I always take visitors from out of town here. Wish the museum section was bigger.

Vilma Santistevan

The museum was honoring a local native American artist so the exhibits were telling his story. If we visit Wichita again we will visit to get a more general history of our native Americans.

Diane Schawe

Beaded bracelet class with Michelle was terrific! Can't wait for the next class! Class cost included museum admission, so I stayed until closing time. I need to go back and spend more time in there, too. The Blackbear Bosin exhibit is fantastic.

Craig Ewing

Enjoyed my visit there with Kneehigh and his owner.

Carl Anderson

Outdoor exhibits are currently closed (07/2020). Museum and gift shop are combined. Museum displays are primarily the paintings of one local artist, with a little history, and a few examples of craft and clothing on display. A small library is included in the space. There are a couple of videos on continuous play.

Peter Neville

A wonderful museum with some lovely native American art. Stop here first on your visit to Witchita and get $2 off at many other museum too. The exhibit of Blackbear Bosin work is especially beautiful.

Brandon Williams

I'm Cherokee Indian, and this place definitely promotes the Indian heritage, I gave 4 stars because I'd love to see it expanded upon. They have activities and events from powwows to educational seminars, covering everything from the way of life to the beliefs of our ancestors. I'm happy to see that we live on even in urban areas such as Wichita.

Joe Wilson

Great place took my kids there today to get to know their heritage. Did sand painting activity. Going back for sure for more activities.

Alisha Custer

Great place for Native families or just anyone to go. Wednesday night is community night and there are sometimes lectures in the evenings on those nights. Call the museum for details...memberships and events. The center is closed on Mondays.

Katherine Pattinson

A great place to go to learn about my ancestry. There is always an event going on at the Mid-America All-Indian Center. My daughter loves going to the Wednesday night Community events to learn how to dance at pow-wows and to hear and see the the drumming. Visiting the Indian Center inside and out on all the grounds all the way out to the Keeper of the Plains statue you will feel like you are part of a family. The spirit of yesterday and now comes together and overwhelms you.

Misty Batemon

Had a migraine but enjoyed the few moments I was able to be inside. I will be back to another powwow soon. Love my roots and would love to know more about them.

Yung Remy

Great place for traditional native american cultural dances open to the public,they do have vendors most times and great scenic view as well as a nice place to walk and during the winter kids can sled down the hills..

Ethan Kossover

Very cool museum. Had my wedding reception here and it was wonderful. Decorations were set up very well. Love the history inside and very open. Staff is very friendly and helpful.

.Monica Bledsoe

Had a blast with my son!

SDP

It was nicely done, a peaceful visit, I enjoyed the art and history. They also had one of the original keeper of the plains prototypes, a nice place to spend a few hours.

Hein Kendra

Absolutely exhilarating! Awesome ppl. Great singing and dancing. Definitely going back some time! Thank you 💕 …

Richard Jones

First time visitor and I wait to take family! A lot of great historical information and clarity which indigenous people of these lands explain in a very intelligible way. Hopefully they are never attacked for their honesty.

Shawn R. Henderson 21

We have our annual venders n Drag Show After Pride Parade every year n it's Perfect... Luv The Center Anyway... n lighting of the Torches ea Night Very Spiritual... Ty

Kayla Brungardt

Great people, especially April! She's always helpful and kind. I always enjoy speaking with her and look forward to the events we cater.

Eva Glover

Love this whole area.. it's my get your to my serenity by spot also solitude

Scott Mccomas

Gotta see a pow wow and the Native American museum inside. Great place for the family.

E w Riddle

The museum was small but well curated and very detailed. It was very interesting and well worth the price of admission!

Jason McLemore

Good place too go if you want to see a powwow! Very educational and interesting!

Trish Juaire

What a fantastic gem. The staff was more than welcoming, and they answered question after question. Beautiful venue available also.

Tina Flenniken Gregg

Absolutely wonderful place to go! The gift shop itself is amazing! Staff were exceptional! Thank you and we will be back!!

Robin Gardner

Very helpful staff. Art displays flowed so all could be viewed and enjoyed.

Jan Brooks

Amazing museum dedicated to Native American tribes, the people and the different cultures. There are even workshops offered to learn about different things and how to make things important to modern native culture.

Kris “Kansas Rifleman” Lowmiller

Neat place, wish the displays were better though. Not as many artifacts as I had hoped, but friendly staff.

Jim Kiker

An awesome place highlighting the cultural attributes of the Native Americans. They do a great job and a wonderful atmosphere.

bill roush

I was surprised I didn't know about Blackbear Bosin's artwork. We bought a poster and very glad to read and view artwork in the book about him, "Keeper of the Indian Spirit".

Connie Drummond

Beautiful museum! Nicely presented. Fun gift shop.

Roger Cooper

Wonderful depictions and photos of American Indian life. Beautiful displays and thought provoking. Well worth the drive and time to see it.

stacy jesseph

I would recommend going if you're in the area just got the experience alone. They have not changed much over the years but its interesting and good family fun for all ages!

Karin Hansen

Beautiful grounds. Wonderful place to hold an event

Mona Stubblefield

Very beautiful. Full of Native American History. The gift shop only carries items made by Native American's. Worth going to see

Michelle Girrens

Encourage everyone to check it out. Packed full of interesting facts and loved all the flags plus the Keeper of the Plains is right there too.

donna saurus

Went to the Kiowas of Wichita gathering. It was wonderful. Buffalo hall is spacious and gathering was well organized.

Julie Mcclendon

Took the dream catcher class. Loved it!

John Ransom

I would see concerts from lesser known national music acts back in the mid to late 80s here. Good times.

Stephanie Ryder

Really small but interesting art and information about native Wichita.

Kathy Andrews

Wonderful experience. If you want to learn about Native American culture in Wichita, KS, this is the place.

sylvia forte

Stirred by Warrior Powwow. Veterans return to celebrate each other. The engagement with the children is especially touching.

KansasTripleB BUCKS, BIRDS & BASD

Its beautiful anf history enriching and at 9pm the fires are lit at the keeper

JT Wolke

Really clean was a bit less there than expected but overall good experience.

Sarah Collins

Great little Musuem. A lot of the art was better than the art at the art museum l.

Stephanie Martinez

Pictures etc of powwows. Have always danced and the histories are kept alive.

B Alvarez

It's a nice small museum. Lots of info about Kiowa. Love the little gift shop too.

Viridiana Oregon

Love the place full of nature and tranquility. Reccomend you to visit here and take a walk with anyone.😎🏞 …

Georgetta clark

Wonderful place to go to learn about American Indians and all that very good place for families to go

Jessica Moore

Beautiful place. Very well kept and peaceful.

Leslie Simmons

Loved it!!! Definitely getting there earlier next time to the dancer's competition

April Schaar

I'm native American and I really love going here.

Lona L Reeves, PhD

What an awesome space! Great views and beautiful museum and cultural center.

Brandy Davis

Took a tour with my son's school, very informative.. some hands on exhibits

Heather Cage

Attended a Pow-wow with my family, was a wonderful time and I'm looking forward to the next Pow-wow.

james bundy

Great educational experience for the whole family! I would definitely recommend!

Jim S

Small collection of mostly Black Bear Bosin works.

Ken Chester Jr

Great displays of native heritage.

Ashley Caldwell

Beautiful scenery great for pictures or jus a peace of mind, especially as the sun is setting

Randy A

Nice museum, it's small.

Edward Fox

Cool little museum, a lot to take in great event space too.

Monte Harris

Always enjoy going here for Indigenious activities. Used to Dance here at small Pow-Wow the had.

Trianna Cowden

Kids and us love it

bj hawthorne

Awesome place to visit and learn. A need to see while you are in Wichita

Sue Bonnett

Very interestinging place. Blackbear Bosin art work was amazing.

Bob Knipps

An excellent tribute to our Native American heritage

Barbara Brewer

Great place with events celebrating Native American people.

Erik McCall

Great space to hold events and a small but interesting mueseum

Peter Rusack

This was a sledding time where snow was made, because we normally don't get enough snow here to have fun.

Maryyy 3160

Great place to go for dances. Be sure to look for the meatpie lady.

Charles Fogg

Awesome place to take the family to learn about Native Americans.

Ronald Purdie

Had a great time with people and customs of the Native american people.

Calvin Alice Ashvyer

One of my all time favorite places in Wichita.

Artistic Weaver

Real nice museum, friendly staff, beautiful location

George Fruit jr

I really enjoyed the time I spent there.

Tony 10020

Great place to learn the true history of American Indians.

Salt water Discus

If you are in the area try to make some time to check it out, you will learn a lot.

ckym yates

Nice clean and friendly place, enjoyed my visit

Lynn Graves

Terrific history and fun place to learn Indian beading

Brenda Conner

Awesome gift shop

Michelle Maynor

Small but worth taking family/ kids to.

Bob Knipps

An awesome tribute to Plains Indians

Clarence Mills

Great pow wow. All tribes are well represented.

Jane Knight

Beautiful nature trail. Indian heritage.

Kathy Shartzer

Awesome place to take your family.

David Mulombo

Right place if you wanna learn something about native Americans in Kansas

Sharon Coldiron

Love diving into the native American culture and heritage.

Tammy Parish

Always worth visiting

Linda Stewart

Awesome place to visit and to learn about them

Karl The Mad Scientist

Great exhibits great people

Melissa Tovar

Beautiful kept! The Keeper is breathtaking!

Momoland

It's a good place to learn Indian culture

Matt Gallo

Learn and grow. Check it out!

Joey Trotter

Amazing indian heritage museum!!!

Karin Jones

Beautiful artwork

Marsha Washington

Attended a wedding there last thursday.

Mary Lynch

Indian POW WOW honoring the veterans.

Bonnie McGowan

I love to go to the native American powwows

Michael Penney

Interesting exhibits and artwork.

Christina Murphy

Pride was a blast Thanks Mid-America All-Indian Center

Jonathan Scholtz

I enjoy the outdoors events.

Lucille Martinez

It Was All Great

Leesa Borgia

To see my culture and the people are friendly.

Theresa Carter

Beautiful view, beautiful center.

Casandra Torres

My car was broke into here.

David Sampson

Bring your whole Family.

john knapp

Very peaceful and educational

Craig Wallace

An interesting stop on our travels.

Tammy Avis

Always fun at the Pow Wow

Yuwaraj Shrestha (Raj)

Fantastic! Beautiful! Artistic!

Pedro garcia

What can I say..Awesome place

Alex Held

The back lawn is gorgeous.

Micheal Saisi (M'Nyeki)

Beautiful. The name is wierd

Hashim Abdul Quddus

Great place, great community.

Ryan Leahy

Very nice

April Burgoon

Very nice and clean

David Byrd

Very informative!

Laila Chavez

Learning so much from my culture 😍 …

Laura Foster

Great exhibits.

Brandon Haskin

Enjoyed my visit

Derrick Dibberm

Nice place to visit

Sarina Lemay

Great facility!

Zachariah Moore

Clean easy to navigate

Marcia Stevens

Engaging drum circle.

Susan Wolf

Love the Indian art.

Rick Warren

Beautiful facility....

Michael Aragon

Great Pow Wow

Patricia Jones

It was ok

Stephanie Miller

What a beautiful experience.

Carlos Felix

love it

Todd Schock

Loved it

Eugene Cameron

Awesome place to visit

Valerie Martens

Nice even center

Natalie Silich Buhr (Nat)

Beautiful artwork

viette sanders

Great event

Mario Gonzalez

Nice place to visit

Luis Pena

Cool

Eva McCray

Good pow wow

Bill Stucker

Awesome

eugene cameron

My place to visit

ChristinaRon Easley

Beautiful place

Eugene Cameron

My home away from home

Marcia Runyan

Very informative

Liz Ferriole

Very informative

Jamie White

Ok to visit

Ruth Vineyard

Went to a class.

Rebecca loper

Always great

Christie Freek

It a kwel place

Michelle

Love this place

Derrick Dibbern

Nice place

Eugene Cameron

Awesomeness

jack grimm

Incredible

Jeffrey Blair

Cherokee Nation At-Large meeting. IMHO, They Cherokee Nation wasn't very well prepared for the turn-out.

John Schilling

Spent a total of five minutes inside. The receptionist answered all our questions satisfactorily. The lobby is a beautiful place. I hope if I needed any further help the people in the offices would be as helpful and professional as the receptionist. Thank you

Nuno Silva

excellent museum

Elisabeth Gjerstad

The museum was more like an exhibition of paintings by a famous native american artist. Was hoping for more history about the culture.

Monica Di Massa

Beautiful, I went there this summer!!!!!!!Everything nice and in perfect order............

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