A Special “Frediversary” in Arizona
This is a special year for Fred Harvey aficionados, celebrating 150 years of Fred Harvey, 100 years of Indian Detours, 100 years of Route 66, and 80 years of “The Harvey Girls” movie.
The Fred Harvey Company gifted its extraordinary collection to the Heard Museum in 1978. This donation of more than 4,000 works — including stunning textiles, jewelry, basketry, katsina dolls, ceramics, and beadwork — affirmed the Heard Museum as one of the nation’s leading institutions for Native art.
Join us on June 18th for a special evening and cocktail reception that will celebrate the anniversary and kick off a weekend of Harvey events in Arizona!
Space is limited. Secure your tickets today.
4 p.m.
Exploring Fred Harvey’s Legacy
Monte Vista Room
Join author Stephen Fried, Harvey hotel stewards Allan Affeldt and Jenny Kimball, and members of the Harvey family for a lively conversation on legacy, preservation, and the enduring impact of Fred Harvey.
4:30 p.m.
Featured Lecture
Monte Vista Room
John P. Lukavic, Andrew W. Mellon Curator of Native Arts at the Denver Art Museum, will explore Southern Plains beadwork from the Heard Museum’s renowned Fred Harvey Fine Art Collection.
5 p.m.
Cocktail Reception
Crossroads Gallery
Continue the conversation over drinks and light fare after the talks – an opportunity to connect with speakers, partners, and fellow attendees while enjoying the Heard Museum in an intimate, celebratory setting. Wine and spirits will be available at a cash bar.
Image credits (in order of appearance):
Fred Harvey postcard, Indian Building (Albuquerque, NM), cir. early 1900s. Howard Collection.
Leo Poblano (Zuni), Zuni inlay figure, 1939. Inlay, silver, mosaic. Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Byron Harvey III. Heard Museum Collection.
Fred Harvey Hotel El Tovar matchbook featuring El Tovar, Grand Canyon by Louis Aker.