Chinese merchants and laborers made an indelible mark on the history of the Arizona and the West. This presentation will explore the context for their coming to the United States and their work and contributions to the history of Arizona. Free for Museum members and children ages 17 years and under. Included with paid admission. […]
Need a (free) creative activity for the kids in your life? Join us for BearCat Family Friday presented by the Etnyre Foundation on the first Friday of each month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy themed art-making activities for the whole family in a museum setting lead by the DCWM education team. Practice your […]
Tuesday March 7 | 11 a.m. Guided tour in English and Spanish of the Mexican Folk Art exhibition in the CCLC. A great opportunity to ask questions and get a deeper understanding of the exhibition. Free for Museum members and children ages 17 years and under. Included with paid admission.
Learn about the history of rodeo, origin of rodeo clowns, and development of the clown barrel with professional rodeo clown, Nate “Shotgunn” Reed in the Museum's Learning Center. Reed was voted Barrel Man of the Year for the Grand Canyon Professional Rodeo Association. He started in rodeo when he was 17 in the Arizona Junior […]
Fun for all levels. A great way to dip your toes into the world of art. More advanced artists can get great tips on technique from an experienced artist with years of experience. Basic supplies available. Feel free to bring your own dry media. Free for Museum members and children ages 17 years and under. […]
18th Annual Cowgirl Up! Opening Weekend: Friday, March 31 through Sunday, April 2, 2023 (Exhibition on view through September 3, 2023) Friday March 31 Cowgirl Up! miniatures sales preview, 2-3 p.m. Main Museum closes at 3 p.m. for the evening ticketed events. Miniatures sale and Artists and Patrons Reception, 4:30-7 p.m. […]
18th Annual Cowgirl Up! Art from the Other Half of the West, Invitational Exhibition & Sale On view through Sunday, September 3, 2023. See the 65 artists and their work About Cowgirl Up! In 2006, Desert Caballeros Western Museum embraced a revolutionary idea: an annual exhibition showcasing the brightest contemporary female artists working in the […]
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