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Events at the Heard Museum
Festivals and programs provide a great opportunity to meet artists and learn about their artistic inspirations. From small group lectures and intimate marketplaces to the acclaimed Guild Indian Fair & Market, which draws more than 640 artists and nearly 10,000 visitors, there’s something for everyone!
October 2019
Museum Yoga – October 26
Rooted Community Yoga Project returns each 2nd and 4th Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for guided yoga practice at the Heard Museum. All levels welcome. Each week, the yoga session will take place in a new location on the Heard campus. This is a great way to tour ... Details →
November 2019
First Friday in November
Join us for First Friday in November as we celebrate the opening of David Hockney’s Yosemite and Masters of California Basketry, an original exhibition looking at the impact Yosemite has had on art and culture. Featuring iPad drawings by the celebrated British artist #DavidHockney alongside spectacular California baskets from ... Details →
Museum Yoga – November 9
Rooted Community Yoga Project returns each 2nd and 4th Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for guided yoga practice at the Heard Museum. All levels welcome. Each week, the yoga session will take place in a new location on the Heard campus. This is a great way to tour ... Details →
Second Saturdays at the Heard
Navajo Weavers and Veteran Artists
Join us for the Second Saturday of the month in November, December, and January for live music and artist demonstrations in the Central Courtyard. Museum attendees and members have the opportunity to meet indigenous artists in an intimate setting, learning about each artist’s technique and approach to their art. ... Details →
Scene and Heard Film Series
Join us for our monthly Scene and Heard Film Series the film for November is, Ishi, the Last Yahi. After the film there will be a discussion with Dr. Mona Scott, a professor at Mesa Community College, on the reliability of the film to the continued treatment by modern ... Details →
Veterans Day Tribute
In observance of Veterans Day, on Monday, Nov. 11, all U.S. military veterans, active-duty service members and a guest will receive free general admission to the museum. Join veterans groups, color guards, traditional performers and speakers at our American Indian Veterans National Memorial on the grounds of the Heard ... Details →
Nibi Walks Discussion with Sharon Day (Ojibwe)
Join us for this special learning opportunity. We are fortunate to learn from Sharon M. Day about Nibi Walks and the walking practice of praying for the waters. Sharon Day, Ojibwe, will discuss the tradition of Nibi (water) Walks. She will also share information about a future walk in ... Details →
American Indian Art & Artifacts Appraisal Day
Find out what your treasures are worth! Leading Native art traders will examine your treasures and offer information about materials, dates, artists and traditions. Details →
Scene and Heard Film Series presents A Bigger Splash
Join us for a special evening Scene and Heard Film, A Bigger Splash. A Bigger Splash is a 1974 (sometimes cited as 1973) biopic about David Hockney’s lingering breakup with his then partner Peter Schlesinger, during the period 1970 to 1973. Directed by Jack Hazan, and edited by David ... Details →
Museum Yoga – November 23
Rooted Community Yoga Project returns each 2nd and 4th Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for guided yoga practice at the Heard Museum. All levels welcome. Each week, the yoga session will take place in a new location on the Heard campus. This is a great way to tour ... Details →
