Ned A. Hatathali Museum located in Chinle, Arizona can be found on the Navajo Community College grounds. The museum is home to a permanent collection of an estimated three thousand artifacts from Native Americans. The collection includes documents, textiles, pottery, photographs and native paintings.
The Museum facility holds an estimated forty percent of the exhibit while another forty percent can be found displayed in various portions of the college. There is also a loan system of the collection for students and personnel of the college. There are also classes held all year long in the traditional Navajo arts.
The Hatathli Museum also hosts a number of other functions including seasonal workshops. The workshops include a Christmas Bazaar, Art Shows, the Native American Music Festival Art Market and Dine Culture for patrons of the museum. The Museum also includes the opportunity for self guided tours. The Culture Center is included in plans to expand the Hatathli Museum in the future.
The Ned A. Hatathali Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the Native American culture. The exhibits take visitors back in time and provide an amazing learning opportunity. Additional information about tours, the lending of artifacts and opportunities offered can be obtained by contacting the facility directly.
