The Makah Museum is closed until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We look forward to the opportunity to invite visitors inside again, and will do so when it is considered safe. The Makah Indian Reservation is also closed to non-residents. Thank you for your understanding.
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The Makah Tribe welcomes you to the Makah Cultural & Research Center, home of the Makah Museum.

The Makah Cultural and Research Center includes the world renowned Makah Museum, as well as the Museum store, Makah Language Program, Archives and Library Department, Makah Education Department, and Tribal Historic Preservation Office.

Funding

Funding for the Makah Cultural and Research Center is derived from a number of different sources including Federal Grants, Private Foundations and Corporations, museum ticket sales, museum store sales and by Makah Museum Members. About 4% of the operating budget is funded by the Makah Tribal Council.

Makah Museum Collection

The museum interprets and houses 300-500 year old artifacts recovered from the Ozette Archaeological Site.  There are also other historic and replica pieces and photographs related to the Makah Tribe on display year-round.

For more information on Makah Culture and History, please contact the staff at 360-645-2711.

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