April 15 - Phoenix Herpetological Society Learn about some of the native Arizona wildlife in this hands on demonstration. The PHS will also discuss some non-native reptiles who have made their way here over the past few decades. Finally, they'll explore methods of staying safe and co-existing within our Sonoran Desert environment. Click here to […]
Phoenix Theatre and The Black Theatre Troupe join forces to present the shocking true story of nine African American youth jailed in Alabama in 1931 for a crime they did not commit. Featuring a mix of gospel, jazz, and vaudeville, this audacious musical explores the series of events that provoked a national outrage. Every performance […]
Phoenix Theatre and The Black Theatre Troupe join forces to present the shocking true story of nine African American youth jailed in Alabama in 1931 for a crime they did not commit. Featuring a mix of gospel, jazz, and vaudeville, this audacious musical explores the series of events that provoked a national outrage. Every performance […]
The Museum of Northern Arizona (MNA) Heritage Insights series at the 27th Annual Zuni, 84th Annual Hopi, and 68th Annual Navajo Festivals of Arts & Culture strengthens MNA’s institutional initiative of celebrating the cultural diversity of the Colorado Plateau by promoting cross-cultural understanding and increasing appreciation of the artistry, history, and cultural heritage of the […]
Sheep herding is an integral part of Arizona history and indigenous communities have long-standing traditions of herding sheep and using their wool to create beautiful textiles. At the Flag Wool and Fiber Festival festival, artisans and demonstrators connect the history to the art through their textiles and fiber arts creations. The festival, held June 3-4 […]
Brassed Off, a film starring Ewen McGregor about coal miners in a brass band will be screened with an introduction by Anna Ochoa O'Leary. O'Leary will discuss minig culture and the unique transition of a utilitarian community to an arts-based community. Learn more at https://loftcinema.org/event/rolling-reels/ This program is supported by a grant from Arizona Humanities.
Wednesday, June 14, 2017 6:00pm-9:00pm First Congregational United Church of Christ 1407 North 2nd Street, Phoenix AZ 85004 FREE to the Public (RSVP Required) RSVP by June 12th Please RSVP early for this free event. Seating is limited. Refreshments will be provided. Eventbrite RSVP: http://mississippijourney.eventbrite.com or Lisa@DesertDanceTheatre.org FaceBook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1884069311815190/ For more information: 480-962-4584, […]
Metal Road (30 min.) Directed by Sarah Del Seronde For decades, thousands of Navajos worked the railroads maintaining the trans-continuental network. Metal Road enters the world of Navajo families amid history of railroad work thorugh the lens of one workday on the 9001 Heavy Steel Gang. Free and open to all! This program is supported […]
Junior Bonner, the classic rodeo western starring Steve McQueen, will be screened with an introduction by Tom Sheridan. Sheridan will discuss western history and the giving way of the old west to progress. Learn more at www.loftcinema.org/rollingreels This program is supported by a grant from Arizona Humanities
Metal Road (30 min.) Directed by Sarah Del Seronde For decades, thousands of Navajos worked the railroads maintaining the trans-continuental network. Metal Road enters the world of Navajo families amid history of railroad work thorugh the lens of one workday on the 9001 Heavy Steel Gang. Free and open to all! This program is supported […]
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