A colleague of mine who used to work in Phoenix recommended a visit to the Heard Museum and, wanting to indulge in a little bit of culture that wasn't an art museum per se, I knew I had to stop by.
I've never been to a museum solely dedicated to Native American history; I've only seen small collections in art museums. The Heard's collection is amazing: everything from a thousand year old pottery to Navajo rugs to an exhibit introducing the visitor to each of Arizona's many tribes. Many are interactive and include activities for kids. I can see this being a great place to take children to.
Beautiful building and wonderful collection. I hope the Heard continues to do well and educate the public on Native American history.
Quick side note: Excellent little cafe, stop in for a bit to eat after exploring the museum. Don't forget to pop your head into the gift shops, either. Beautiful pieces, but really expensive!