Heard Museum collections of Native American myths and mythic art

The Heard Museum in Phoenix houses extensive collections of Native American art and cultural objects, including Hopi, Navajo, Tohono O'odham, and other Southwest tribes whose works reflect mythological themes and creation stories. The museum's exhibits and programs present recorded myths and artistic expressions that document traditional narratives and their contemporary continuations. The institution collaborates with tribal communities on interpretation, acknowledging variations and debates in how myths are represented.