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Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center: A Journey Through Time

Discover 20,000 years of Native American history and culture at the world's largest Native American museum in Mashantucket, Connecticut.

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The Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center, the largest Native American museum in the world, offers an immersive journey through the history and culture of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and other Native American cultures of the northeast. Explore exhibits from the Ice Age to modern times, including a recreated 16th-century Pequot village.

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110 Pequot Trail, MASHANTUCKET, Mashantucket, Connecticut, 06338, US
Wednesday
9 am-5 pm
Thursday
9 am-5 pm
Friday
9 am-5 pm
Saturday
9 am-5 pm
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Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center.

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Allow at least 3-5 hours to fully explore the museum's extensive exhibits.
Check the museum's event calendar for special events, performances, and educational programs.
Visit the Pequot Cafe for a taste of traditional and contemporary Native American cuisine.
Take advantage of the free parking and shuttle service from Foxwoods Resort Casino hotels.

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Delve into the rich history and culture of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. This expansive museum complex takes you on a journey through 20,000 years of history, from the Ice Age to the present day. Explore life-size exhibits and interactive displays that showcase the natural and cultural history of the Eastern Woodlands. Descend into a glacial crevasse, witness a prehistoric caribou hunt, and wander through a recreated 16th-century Pequot village, complete with wigwams, villagers, and the sounds and smells of daily life. Learn about the Pequot War in the powerful film, 'The Witness,' and gain insights into the tribe's survival and resilience. Ascend the 185-foot stone and glass observation tower for panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the ancient cedar forest and tribal lands. The museum also hosts changing exhibits, cultural performances, and educational programs throughout the year. With its blend of history, culture, and interactive experiences, the Mashantucket Pequot Museum offers an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.

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    Getting There

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    The Mashantucket Pequot Museum is located at 110 Pequot Trail in Mashantucket, CT. From I-95, take exit 92 for CT-2 E toward CT-27/Pawcatuck. Continue onto CT-2 E and follow signs for CT-2 E/Preston/Norwich. Turn right onto CT-214 S/Pequot Trail. Continue to follow Pequot Trail and the museum will be on your left. Free parking is available on-site.

    Public Transport

    From New London Union Station, take the Route 108 bus towards Foxwoods. Get off at the Great Cedar Hotel at Foxwoods Resort Casino. From there, a free shuttle service is available to the museum. The bus fare is approximately $1.75. Check the Southeastern Area Transit (SEAT) website for the most up-to-date schedules and information.

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