Exhibited in this two-story museum are outstanding examples of the technology and crafts of the Miwok and other Sierra Nevada native American groups. As a regional Indian museum, the collection at Chaw'se includes Northern, Central and Southern Miwok, Maidu, Konkow, Monache, Nisenan, Tubatulabal, Washo, and Foothill Yokuts. Examples of basketry, feather regalia, jewelry, arrowpoints, and other tools are on display. Indian families gather at the park in September for the annual Acorn Harvest Thanksgiving ceremonies. Dancing, hand games, singing and storytelling are traditional at this event.
Spectators are welcome, but there is no fixed schedule of events.
Native American crafts and foods are available. Seven bark houses, each one suitable for up to six people, have been constructed in a secluded area of the park. They can be reserved for a group of up to 44 people. Reservations can be made up to six months in advance by mail. Reservations cannot be made by phone.