Experience history like never before at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center, a state-of-the-art, tribally-owned facility that brings the natural and cultural history of New England to life. Journey through time as you descend into a glacial crevasse, witness a dramatic diorama of a prehistoric caribou hunt, and explore a life-size, half-acre 16th-century Pequot village. This immersive museum showcases how the first people of the Americas relied on the land and its resources for survival. Featuring life-size exhibits, interactive touch-screen displays, and compelling films, the museum offers an unforgettable, multi-sensory experience for visitors of all ages.
One of the many highlights is The Witness, a powerful half-hour film that recounts the 1637 Pequot War, an event deemed by The History Channel as one of the 10 events that changed America. The museum has received accolades from New York Magazine, calling it “an immediate hit with families,” and The New York Times, which praised it for celebrating the enduring glory of Native culture.
Visitors can also enjoy breathtaking views from the 18-story observation tower, browse unique finds at the gift shop, and savor meals at the on-site restaurant. With plenty of free parking, a children’s library, and convenient shuttle service from Foxwoods Resort Casino hotels, the museum is easily accessible and perfect for a family outing. Don’t miss the educational events, cultural programs, and performances listed on the museum’s Event Calendar, or take advantage of its rental spaces for private events..
Located at 110 Pequot Trail on the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation’s reservation, the museum invites you to explore its rich offerings in a journey through time that you’ll never forget.
