Museum
Built in 1996, the Cocopah Museum and Cultural Center feature exhibits on history and culture, meeting spaces, and a gift shop. The Museum, which resides on the West Cocopah Reservation, is surrounded by a 1.5-acre park spotted with luxurious Sonoran trees and plants with a replica of a traditional Cocopah dwelling and Ramada.
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, pottery, traditional tattoo designs, musical instruments and the Cocopah warriors' display.
Guests may purchase authentic Cocopah beadwork, Native arts and crafts, Native American music, jewelry, novelty items and much more at the Gift Shop.
HOURS OF OPERATION:
REGULAR Hours
(Mid-February to Mid-October)
MONDAY to FRIDAY
• Office Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Gift Shop/Exhibit Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Winter Hours
(Mid-October to Mid-February)
TUESDAY to SATURDAY
• Office Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Gift Shop/Exhibit Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
*Special guided tours are available by appointment.
Admission is free, however, donations are appreciated.
Cocopah Museum
14533 South Veterans Drive
Somerton, AZ 85350
(928) 627-1992
museum@cocopah.com
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