Register for a Three-Part Short Course Exploring HOME: Native People in the Southwest Presented by the Heard Museum Guild
Discover the history, cultures, traditions, and artistic achievements of the Native Peoples of the Southwest in this three-session course led by experienced Heard Museum Senior Docents. Whether you’re new to Arizona or a longtime resident, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the people and cultures that have shaped our region.
Courses take place on Wednesdays between July 15 – 29, 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Open to Heard Museum members and the public.
When
Wednesdays, July 15, 22, and 29, 2026
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where
Monte Vista Room, Heard Museum
Session One: July 15
Instructor: Senior Docent Jeff Ross
– Land, Culture, and History of the Southwest
– Ancient Peoples
– O’odham, Maricopa, and Yaqui
– Introduction to the Away From Home: American Indian Boarding School Stories Exhibition
Session Two: July 22
Instructor: Senior Docent Jerry Cowdrey
– Pueblo Peoples of New Mexico
– Hopi and Zuni
Session Three: July 29
Instructor: Senior Docent Linda Hefter
– Navajo and Apache
– Yavapai, Havasupai, Hualapai, Southern Paiute
– Colorado River Tribes
– American Indian Fine Art Movement
$60 for the Entire Course
July 15, 22, & 29, 2026
Click here to purchase.
Registration is limited to 65 attendees.
Each session concludes with a 30 – 40 minute docent-led tour of Heard Museum exhibitions and sculpture.
Questions? Please contact Facilitator Diane Leonte at dmleonte@gmail.com.
About the Heard Museum Guild
As the volunteer arm of the Heard Museum, members of the Guild support a wide range of activities that enrich the vibrancy of the museum and enhance its well-deserved reputation as a leading arts institution. From assisting with guided tours to contributing at the Heard Museum Shop and information desk, there’s a meaningful role waiting for you. For more information, click here.