The Heard Museum houses many art exhibits highlighting art that is native to the region. This is the museum to explore if you wish to see collections of Native American art. The downtown museum is open from 9:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. every day. Free public tours are available at 12 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.

The Scottsdale Public Library is actually a network of four libraries which serve the needs of Scottsdale's residents. Books, CDs, tapes and periodicals make up a growing library collection which is ideal for both leisure readers and in-depth researchers.