The Indian Craft Shop, established in 1938 inside the Stuart Lee Udall U.S. Department of the Interior building, closed on June 6, 2025.

The Indian Craft Shop became recognized as one of the best shops in the nation, a leader in standards of representing quality and authenticity in handmade American Indian arts. The Shop was noted for showcasing all levels of artistry – from the creations of emerging artists to creations of well-established, award-winning artists – and represented tribal regions from across the United States. Through its educational and promotional displays and programming, everyone who entered the Shop gained a new experience and an enhanced appreciation for the arts.

“For multiple decades, it has been a privilege to steward this special location, serving the Department of the Interior and the many visitors who have appreciated its unique offerings. We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to have been part of its legacy.”
                                                         Guest Services, Inc., managing company September, 1938 – June, 2025

“I have been honored to fill the role as an instrument in bringing people together, promoting American Indian artists from across the country and enriching the lives of visitors, customers, staff members and artists with a diverse range of craft mediums and regions, and most importantly, the beauty of arts.”                            
                                                         Susan Pourian, Director, June 1983 – June 2025

While this is the end of an era, it will hopefully be the beginning of another – there is work being done by the Interior Department to open a new Shop in the future that will offer work made by American Indian artists.