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Along the California Trail

October 9, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Free

An ancient set of Indian paths and the natural flow of the Gila River created a major artery for travel through pioneer Arizona. The Gila provided a route for the earliest traders, including Toltecs of Mexico, who traded with the Anasazi and Hohokam. The intrepid Padre Francisco Garces, performed missionary work during six excursions along the trail. U.S. surveying expeditions, immigrants—such as the ill-fated Oatman family—and seekers of the California gold fields join the list. The journals, stories, songs and art that came from these travels is rich and revealing of our state’s pioneers. These stories are shared through images, music and stories.

Jay Craváth, Ph.D. is a composer, writer, and scholar in the field of music and Indigenous studies. He crafts programs from these interests into interactive discussions that include stories, musical performance, and illustrations/photography. One of his most recent publication is Iretaba: Mohave Chief and American Diplomat. Dr. Craváth will begin an Arizona tour in late May of 2017 for his latest album: “Songs for Ancient Days.”

Details

Date:
October 9, 2019
Time:
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Event Category:

Venue

Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church
6502 E. Cave Creek Rd.
Cave Creek, AZ 85331 United States
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Phone
(480) 488-3283
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