The Heard Museum Analysis

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The Heard Museum
The Heard museum was founded in 1929 by Dwight and Maie Heard, and has become internationally recognized for its collections, education programs, and festivals. The museum prides itself on portraying Native arts and culture in a sensitive and accurate way, while telling the story of American Indian people with art. I had no preconceived ideas about the museum, I knew a lot about Native Indians, First Nations peoples in certain tribes, but I also knew there is more to learn, therefore, like in any other new experience, I approached it with an open mind. As the tour began, it was explained that the Native Indians lands in Arizona once encompassed the entire state and more. However, their lands currently only cover a small percentage
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Of course, I did not eat because you can get food (fish taco, street tacos, menudo, barbacoa) and aqua Fresca’s (most being a fruit drink), listen to live music, shop for just about anything you can think of (New and Used). For the children there were pony rides and small animal petting area (calf, sheep and piglets). A place you go on the weekend and spend the day with your friends and family. The first mistake I made was assuming (preconceived idea), which as a counselor is something one should never do. Therefore, I was a little surprised to find a small, quaint business with one small entry. Upon entering, we were courteously greeted by a women who was just inside the front door. There was a young girl sitting in a chair with a Pomeranian puppy in her lap, and a young boy running around close by. We ventured through the store, walking up and down each of the isles, admiring all of the different products. Items on the shelves ranged from Aztec to Día de los Muertos figurines and from very vividly painted to subdued in color. There was stem ware and tea setting and multiple types and colors of Crucifix’s along with plates with Jesus on them. Plates and posters of Francisco “Pancho” Villa and Freda Kahlo added to the overall feeling of religion and pride. I stepped out the back door to find Clay pottery and …show more content…
There are comparative elements which tie each all four of these experiences together, one is the convictions of their spiritual beliefs, even though they differ in who they pray to, they all believe in a higher power. Each are very proud of their culture and values, family and community play major roles in their lives. Yet, to me, out of the three, one contrasted slightly from the others, which was the LDS Temple. I say this due to the fact that while I was waiting for the others to arrive, I sat outside the main Temple on a bench. While sitting there two older couples and one younger couple came out and was talking on the steps. I noticed they were all starting to gather closely and had their phone out to take a group picture. I approach them and ask if I could be of assistance to them, they looked at me as to say, how dare you speak to us, then said in a snappy voice, said yes take a picture of us. I politely took the picture, showed it to them and ask if it was fine, they said yes and continued their conversation. I understand that there are a few bad apples in the bushel, and the entire group cannot be judged on the few. The contrast between the individuals in the visitor’s center and these individuals was drastic. I am unsure if this difference was because most of the individuals in the visitor’s center were on their missionary

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