Exploring History: The Museum of Indian Culture
Jared Speicher | Writer
Located on Fish Hatchery Road in Allentown, the Museum of Indian Culture has served the community since 1980. This volunteer-run museum offers a look into the Lenape and other Northeastern Woodland Native American cultures. The museum is free for those looking to expand their knowledge, though they do ask for a donation to support their work.
The museum is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursdays and 10 a.m.to 6 p.m. Friday through Sunday, with hours varying throughout the year. Run by dedicated volunteers, the museum offers flexible hours to accommodate the community. Volunteers are passionate about preserving history and sharing it with visitors.
“We are just trying to keep the culture alive and let people know, yes they did live here, " said Edward Gerhardt, a volunteer who has been with the museum for over 15 years.
The museum offers educational programs, guided tours, cultural events, and even a Native American research library, found on their website.-https://www.museumofindianculture.org/. Upcoming events include a flute-making demonstration on Nov. 9 and the 45th annual Roasting Ears of Corn Festival on Aug. 16 and 17.
According to the museum’s website, their mission is to, “preserve and perpetuate the authentic histories and cultural heritage of Native American peoples— past, present, and future.”
Gerhardt said the museum’s goal is to, “give people at least a glimpse of how the natives lived and how they used the land we live on.”
Show your support for the museum by visiting, exploring their website, or spreading the word about the work being done at the Museum of Indian Culture.
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