Kwahadi Museum of the American Indian - Museum in Amarillo - 9151 I-40, USA

We visited with a group. It's built in traditional Native Kiva style. It represents many plains and pubelo Indians and has a chapter of young dancers that perform occasionally. I highly recommend a visit here to learn more about the history and plight of the native American.

As a heritage center this place is overflowing with history, artifacts, displays and a passionate and knowledgeable staff. During a recent trip on the Memorial Day weekend the wife and I made a stop to see what we could learn and experience. Inside is plenty of artwork that can be purchased, tours, and a more hands on scouting exhibit. When you enter you are greeted by a dance hall which has seating and plenty of plains art, totems, and other regalia. From there, as you move through the exhibits, and display cases, there is plenty of information on things that we may recognize from movies or television: head dresses, weapons, masks and other sorts but help you realize what tribes they represent, and their importance. In fact during my visits there were some First Nation folks there to gather more about their history. If you have visited History of the plains museum in Rapid City, you will love this place too.

Amazing place. Totally worth the stop. A lot of culture. Was invited to participate in a peace belt dance pratice. Once in a lifetime.

If I could give more stars I would. The Kwahadi (pronounced "Kwadi")are a subtribe of the Cherokee. The museum is really dedicated to ALL Western /Plains and even the Mexican tribes. FANTASTIC art and artifacts are available to see. The people are very knowledgeable and friendly and the private collection of art and books from Mr. Thomas Mails was breathtaking to see the original art used in his books. This is a MUST SEE when you are in the area. Hours are limited to 1pm-4:30pm Sat and Sunday. You will need several hours to really see all the items in this dedicated muse

It is a very unique museum. We went learning new information about the Native American Tribes in our state.

Absolutely recommend! Looks closed when they have posted 'open' hours so don't worry if the parking lot is empty..they are open! Art enthusiasts, history buffs, educational opportunists will love this place. Spent an hour there and felt like I just grazed the surface of the depth and unique details this place has to offer. Really enjoyed my visit and plan to go again. Free entry, bathroom facilities, wheelchair accessible, knowledgeable volunteers.

Great place to visit. I went with my daughter and her 5 year old.

Museum was closed until JUNE. (It's Mar.) Most museums in Amarillo are closed on Monday. Will have to come back as I was really excited to see this place.