Name a plant fiber
used by Native
Americans for textiles…


Utah’s pre-historic inhabitants fascinate the world. The Anasazi people are introduced as well as the sensitively adapted Fremont-Sevier people of the Basin/Plateau region. Arrow and spear points and flaking tools, knives, hide scrapers and bead drills provide a look at the lifestyle of early man in the region. The large Clovis points are notable. Clay pots and reed and grass baskets show the artistry these early inhabitants put into their everyday utensils. The local Timpanogos Indians, as the Spanish called them, were part of the larger Ute culture. They were a part of the Shoshonean language family including Paiutes, Goshutes, and Shoshones – most of Utah’s Native Americans. You will glimpse a view of their ceremonial customs, dress and shelter.

 
Bird & Egg Room
Fossil & Shell Room
Rocks & Minerals Room
Native American Room
Wild West Room
Pioneer Room