US EditionSanta Ynez Chumash Museum and Cultural Center to Open on May 15
- The tribe of Santa Ynez Chumash Indians revealed that their new museum and cultural center in Santa Ynez, California, will welcome visitors starting May 15, 2025.
- The museum opening follows a five-decade effort by the tribe to preserve and share their cultural heritage through a dedicated facility and cultural park.
- The 14,000-square-foot facility, designed by Jones & Jones Architects, features large domes inspired by traditional dwellings and showcases part of a 24,000-item collection of culturally significant artifacts.
- Admission ranges from free for toddlers to $15 for adults, and visitors will see exhibits including baskets, musical instruments, and a sculpture titled "Keeping our Culture Alive" crafted by George Rivera.
- The opening marks a milestone expected to enhance understanding and appreciation of Chumash history, with tribal leaders inviting the public to explore the culture and legacy preserved within the museum.
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Santa Ynez Chumash Museum and Cultural Center to Open on May 15
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