The National Museum of the American Indian is part of the Smithsonian Institution and is committed to advancing knowledge and understanding of indigenous cultures in the Western Hemisphere through the study of the past, present, and future while partnering with Aboriginal and others. The museum works to support the continuation of traditional culture and values and the transformations in contemporary indigenous life. Through permanent and temporary exhibitions, this museum studies many aspects such as the cultural, artistic and historical aspect of the indigenous people in America. You will find various art exhibitions displaying paintings, drawings and statues, in addition to exhibitions and cultural and historical lectures that allow visitors to get acquainted with this ancient history closely.