Yosemite Museum

9037 Village Drive. Yosemite Valley, California 95389

Featuring the cultural history of native Miwok and Paiute people from 1850 onward.

Lucy Telles made this basket

The Miwok/Paiute baskets are just exquisite. Each one detailing a different pattern and shape. Very impressive work as it takes many years to finish one basket.

The depiction of native peoples in the far area of the museum, specifically the recreations with mannequins, is in dire need of improvement. Other than that I enjoyed taking in the beautiful artwork.

The gallery was not open when we visited. Perhaps it will be next visit.

Lucy Telles made this dress in 1939
Carrie Bethel made this basket
Beaded sash, Paiute basket
Beadwork, Paiute basket
Paiute Baskets
Paiute baskets
Miwok, Paiute baskets
Made by Tina Charlie
Maggie Howard made this dress in the 1920’s

 

2 Replies to “Yosemite Museum”

  1. Cool craftsmanship.

  2. Yes, think the butterfly pattern is my favorite.

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