Living Stories.
We believe in the power of story, like the oral tradition of our ancestors. On this sacred land at Horseshoe Bend, between Mother Earth and Father Sky, we welcome you to experience our evolving narrative.
HORSESHOE BEND, ARIZONA
Experiencing the Navajo nation – past, present, and future.
The Center for Diné Culture welcomes visitors from near and far to discover and identify with the Navajo story. This extraordinary destination, perched atop the iconic Horseshoe Bend in Arizona, brings a first-person perspective to the life and experiences of the Navajo nation.
THE CENTER
High Above the Canyons
The Cultural Center weaves together opportunities to learn through powerful, multi-sensory experiences and moments for pause and quiet reflection.
Map by Gene Thorp/Cartographic Concepts, Inc. © Smithsonian Institution
The building forms reflect the unique landscape around Horseshoe Bend and the surrounding canyons.
The building forms reflect the unique landscape around Horseshoe Bend and the surrounding canyons.
The front entrance of the center faces east towards the rising sun.
The front entrance of the center faces east towards the rising sun.
The Ts’aa or Gathering Basket shade structure is a focal point at the heart of the cultural center.
Experience a traditional form of storytelling and learn more about ancient Navajo traditions.
Experience a traditional form of storytelling and learn more about ancient Navajo traditions.
Light and shadow are carefully considered to integrate the cultural center into the desert.
Outdoor patios connect the surrounding landscape and frame unique views.
Outdoor patios connect the surrounding landscape and frame unique views.
Experience Horseshoe Bend
As we prepare to open the Center for Diné Culture, we invite you to book a tour with our associated tour company, Horseshoe Bend Slot Canyon Tours.
Experience Horseshoe Bend
As we prepare to open the Center for Diné Culture, we invite you to book a tour with our associated tour company, Horseshoe Bend Slot Canyon Tours.
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN BY GENSLER
