hen you step into the world of the Plains Indians you are taken back by the sounds of drums and music. The exhibit takes you through the lives of these proud and very spiritual early Americans. Their lives depended on the great migrating herds of buffalo. The Indian found every day uses for every part of the buffalo. It was a source of food, clothing, tipis, and saddles, which were made from their pelvic bone, and many other uses. The basic goal of these tribes was hunting for food in order to survive. Among the exhibit, artfully displayed, is a large collection of arrowheads and tools. There are many beautiful photos of Indian chiefs, women at work, and herds of horses and buffalo. These photos not only depict the difficult life of the Indian but also the pride and beauty of these interesting people. There are many beautiful beaded items such as clothing, moccasins and peace pipe. The walls surrounding the Tipi form a diorama, the painting depicts a typical Native American village. The Indian maiden standing beside the tipi represents, Dodge City's buffalo merchant, Charles Rath's daughter, Cheyenne Belle. All clothing is authentically reproduced, including the beading and medicine bags. There are stories of the Indian Peace treaty of Medicine Lodge and of the fight at Adobe Walls, which involved many Dodge City Citizens. Throughout the exhibit you experience the beauty and awe of the Indians of the Great Plains.