Día del Niño: Escultura

Celebrate Día del Niño (Children’s Day) with the Heard Museum!

The Heard Museum is excited to host our annual celebration of Children’s Day, Día del Niño, with an emphasis on sculpture.  

Experience Indigenous Creativity through the art, music, and dance of Latine communities, and enjoy the sculptural works of one of America’s most renowned artists in Bob Haozous: A Retrospective View.

This event is FREE for children ages 12 and under (and up to two adults). Regular admission applies for others.

Event Schedule

Book Reading & Signing
10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Steele Auditorium
Listen to Nana Lupita and the Magic Sopita by Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz, followed by a fun frog search around the museum!

Phoenix Public Library Bookmobile
10:00 am – 3:00 pm | Bus Bay next to the Children’s Courtyard
Stop by the Phoenix Public Library Bookmobile to explore a fun selection of books and sign up for your very own library card!

Dance Performance by Ballet Folklórico Primavera
10:30 – 11:00 am & 1:15 – 1:45 pm | Steele Auditorium
Watch a lively folklórico dance performance celebrating Latine culture.

Guided Family Tours
11:15 – 11:45 am & 1:00 – 1:30 pm | Meet at the Info Desk
Enjoy a 30-minute docent-led tour presented for all ages.

Youth Orchestra Performance from Harmony Project
11:15 – 11:45 am & 2:30 – 3:15 pm | Crossroads Gallery
Enjoy performances from four youth orchestra groups, including a Children’s Mariachi.

Papel Picado Tote Bags
All Day (while supplies last) | Steele Auditorium
Design your own tote bag with colorful papel picado patterns — a traditional Mexican craft.

Community Coloring: Ozone Madonna
All Day | Outside the Heardlings Family Activity Room
Help color a giant Ozone Madonna by Bob Haozous and contribute to a community artwork.

Harmony Project’s Instrument Petting Zoo
All Day | Crossroads Gallery
Get hands-on with a variety of musical instruments and explore the art of making music.

Family Art Activities
All Day | Steele Auditorium
Bring the whole family and discover exciting art activities to get creative together.

Designated Quiet Zone
All Day | Monte Vista Room
A low sensory, quiet space available for anyone who might need a break from the excitement—a calm spot to relax and recharge during the day.