Dedicated to the duty of preserving and showcasing Native American life, languages, literature, history, and arts, the National Museum of the American Indian was established by an act of congress in 1989. This is the sixteenth museum of the Smithsonian Institution. The National Museum of the American Indian showcase a wide range of cultural material. Over 800,000 works of great aesthetic and religious significance. This collection includes artifacts from Paleo-Indian to contemporary arts and crafts. Working in collaboration with Native Indians, in light of a better traditional understanding, the National Museum of the American Indian also includes audio and visual collections for better understanding and comprehension. Dubbed NMAI, the National Museum of the American Indian strives to find new ways to study and represent the history, materials, and culture of the Native People. Ranking 75 of 246 according to TripAdvisors coming attractions in D.C. Educational and enlightening, the National Museum of the American Indian is a definite stop on your tour of the nations capitol. Reviewed by most travelers as a must see attraction, with a informational video that you may watch to enhance you visit to this historical museum. So, book a tour or just stop by and enrich your mind with the history of the Americas!