Cocopah Museum, Somerton

Opened in 1996, the Cocopah Museum and Cultural Center features historical and cultural exhibits, meeting space and a gift shop. The museum, which resides on the West Reservation, is surrounded by a 1.5-acre park features luxurious native trees and plants and a traditional dwelling replica made from natural elements.

The Cocopah Museum is a recognized federal repository, and its exhibits feature objects and depictions of Cocopah history and culture. Museum guests will see examples of traditional clothing such as bark skirts and leather sandals, modern-day beadwork, arrow weed-woven baskets, pottery, traditional tattoo designs, musical instruments and the Cocopah warriors' display.

The Museum also maintains a non-circulating archive filled with Cocopah artifacts and information.

Guests may purchase authentic Cocopah beadwork, Native arts and crafts, Native American music, jewelry, novelty items and much more at the gift shop.

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