Beat the Heat and Experience a First Friday with a Northern Twist
This special evening on our campus in downtown Phoenix brings the spirit of Alaska to the desert, featuring artist James Johnson (Tlingit) in a live carving demonstration.
It’s a unique chance to experience artistry rooted in the Pacific Northwest Coast. Refreshing in both perspective and atmosphere, it offers a cool contrast to a warm Phoenix night.
The Cantina will be open late, serving up a delicious selection of food and drinks to keep you refreshed as you explore. And as always, admission to the Heard Museum is FREE* during First Friday.
*Add-on experience fee required for entry to Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure in Steele Auditorium.
Adult: $10
Senior (65+): $7
Military: $7
Student (with ID): $5
Children (6-17): $5
Add-on experience fee can be paid at the door. Click here to learn more about Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure.
About the Artist
James Johnson is an award-winning Tlingit artist and carver from Juneau, Alaska. He belongs to the Ch’áak’ Dakl’aweidi Clan (Eagle Killerwhale) and carries forward a powerful lineage of leaders and makers, including Chiefs Gusht’eiheen, Jimmy Johnson, and Peter Johnson, for whom he is named. Encouraged by his late father, Franklin Johnson, he has dedicated his life to perpetuating the Tlingit art form — honoring his ancestors through his art.
Made possible at the Heard Museum thanks to:
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Presenting Sponsors
Anonymous
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Opening Weekend Presenting Partner
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Supporting Sponsors
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Youth & Family Programming Sponsors
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Youth & Family Programming Sponsors
Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure is a nationally traveling exhibit created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in collaboration with GBH Kids and a team of Alaska Native advisors. Molly of Denali is a trademark or registered trademark of WGBH Educational Foundation. Used with permission. The series and underlying indicia known as Molly of Denali ©2019 WGBH Educational Foundation. All rights reserved. PBS KIDS® and the PBS KIDS Logo are trademarks owned by Public Broadcasting Service. Used with permission. © 2025 Public Broadcasting Service. All rights reserved.