Miccosukee Indian Village

The Miccosuckee Indian Village is located in Miami, Florida and gives people an opportunity to learn about the history and culture of the tribe. The village is 30 minutes west of the Florida Turnpike, right in the heart of the Everglades. Visitors are able to watch the Indians engaged in the artistic process while they create beadwork, woodwork, basket weaving, patchwork and doll making. Also on display are historic artifacts, photographs and paintings created by Tribal artists. There is a short film shown concerning the Tribe's history. An entire wall is covered with photos of members of the tribe from various generations. The photos highlight the clothing worn by the tribes-people, as well as highlighting the relationship between the tribe and the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians. The museum was founded in 1983 and is open everyday from 9 am until 5 pm. Visitors are able to watch as the women of the tribe sew and create intricate patchwork. There is also a Cooking Chickee (house), an arts and crafts area, Native Island and Air Boat tours and alligator demonstrations that take tribesmen into pits full of alligators. The gift shop offers a variety of handmade items created by the Miccosukee and other tribes. Guests can dine at the Miccosukee Indian Restaurant, featuring local cuisine and standard far. Throughout the year, the museum hosts Tribal Festivals that welcome visitors with crafts, music and culture.