Quinault Cultural Center and Museum facts for kids
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| Established | c. 2000 |
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| Location | 807 5th Avenue, Taholah, Washington |
| Type | Cultural |
| Collections | Baskets, carvings, tribal library, and photographic archive |
| Owner | Quinault Indian Nation |
The Quinault Cultural Center and Museum is a special place in Taholah, Washington. It is owned and supported by the Quinault Indian Nation. This museum helps to share and preserve the rich culture of the Quinault people. It is located in a building that used to be a store.
What You Can See
The museum has many interesting items that show the Quinault way of life. You can see old items, art, and crafts made by the Quinault people. Some of the art styles found here were influenced by Polynesian art. These styles were brought back by Quinault people who served in World War II.
The museum's collections include beautiful baskets and carvings. It also has a library with books about the tribe. There is a large collection of old photographs too.
Special Projects and Events
In 2012, the museum received a special grant. This money helped them to do research and create a guidebook. They also made a mobile museum exhibit. This exhibit focused on the tribe's knowledge of plants. It showed how the Quinault people traditionally used plants for food, medicine, and other purposes.
In 2013, the Cultural Center hosted workshops. People learned how to make traditional paddles and drums. Thousands of visitors came to these workshops. They were held during the Tribal Canoe Journeys, a big event where tribes travel by canoe.
