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SUMMARY:Easton Collection Center Tour
DESCRIPTION:Take a rare behind-the-scenes tour of the Easton Collection Center at the Museum of Northern Arizona. Explore cultural artifacts\, natural specimens\, and breathtaking art\, all housed in a marvel of environmentally friendly and culturally informed architecture. You’ll enjoy: \n\nUp-close encounters with pottery\, jewelry\, artifacts\, paintings\, and more.\nInsights and stories from expert guides who bring these collections to life.\nA small\, intimate group setting for a truly personal experience.\n\nDon’t miss this chance to discover what’s usually hidden behind the doors of this remarkable facility. Spaces are limited\, so pre-register today and claim your spot for an unforgettable journey into the heart of the MNA collections. \nCost: $15 for MNA members\, $20 for non-members\, no cost for Native Americans. \nREGISTER HERE\nNote: The Easton Collection Center is located across Hwy 180 from the Museum of Northern Arizona. Turn at the Harold S. Colton Research Center sign and head up to the parking area.
URL:https://musnaz.org/event/easton-collection-center-tour-16/
LOCATION:Easton Collection Center\, 3101 N Fort Valley Rd\, Flagstaff\, AZ\, 86001\, United States
CATEGORIES:adult,art,Collections,Colorado Plateau,Indigenous Insights,Learning,Science,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251011T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251011T160000
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SUMMARY:Spooky Science and Freaky Finds
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for plenty of ewww and ahhh moments! Explore the curious side of nature at Spooky Science and Freaky Finds from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday\, October 11. See curious Museum specimens and discover why we keep them. Explore a haunted lab\, and learn about poisonous plants and venomous bugs. Hear fascinating tales about animal bones\, outer space\, and the world of insects. Costumes welcome! Free with Museum admission. \nPresented with our friends from NAU\, Meteor Crater Education Alliance\, and the Biodiversity Outreach Network.
URL:https://musnaz.org/event/spooky-science-and-freaky-finds/
LOCATION:Museum of Northern Arizona\, 3101 N Fort Valley Rd\, Flagstaff\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:adult,Collections,Kids,Learning,Science
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SUMMARY:October Member Meetup: Poetry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:MNA members are invited to attend an ekphrastic poetry workshop with Jodie Hollander on Sunday\, October 12\, 2025\, from 12 – 2 pm. This workshop will be held in the Waddell Gallery among the current Poetry Maps exhibition. Poetry Maps closes on October 27\, 2025 – this poetry workshop is a great opportunity for members to experience Poetry Maps once more before closing. \nInterested members should RSVP to membership@musnaz.org so that we can plan accordingly. \nWhat is ekphrastic poetry? An ekphrastic poem is a vivid description of a scene or\, more commonly\, a work of art. Through the imaginative act of narrating and reflecting on the “action” of a painting or sculpture\, the poet may amplify and expand its meaning. (The Poetry Foundation). \nJodie Hollander is a poet who lives in Flagstaff\, Arizona\, and the author of the poetry collections My Dark Horses and Nocturne. Her work has appeared in The Poetry Review\, Poetry Magazine\, The Yale Review\, and The Harvard Review\, among other publications.
URL:https://musnaz.org/event/october-member-meetup-poetry-workshop/
CATEGORIES:members only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251023T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251023T180000
DTSTAMP:20251022T233038Z
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SUMMARY:Grand Canyon Cave Mysteries
DESCRIPTION:EVENT IS SOLD OUT \nWhat can the Grand Canyon’s longest known cave reveal about the past? Quite a bit\, including the striking discovery that many perfectly preserved bat species found within it are more than 50\,000 years old. Join journalist and photographer Stephen Eginoire for a special presentation on the discovery of ancient bats and other wildlife in the darkest depths of the canyon—and what these findings reveal. Stunning imagery will transport you to another world and reveal mysteries that will leave you contemplating what other secrets the Grand Canyon holds.\n \nTickets:\nFree for members of the Museum of Northern Arizona and the Grand Canyon Trust\n$18 general admission. \nBat mummy | photo by Stephen Eginoire \nSeats are limited and tickets must be obtained in advance—including for MNA and Trust members. \nReserve your tickets here. \nMembers of the Grand Canyon Trust and members of the Museum of Northern Arizona are invited to a pre-event reception starting at 3:45 p.m. \nStephen Eginoire is a photojournalist rooted in southwest Colorado. His work examines the complexities of place—above and below the surface. Visit Stephen’s website to learn more about his ongoing projects.\n \n 
URL:https://musnaz.org/event/grand-canyon-cave-mysteries/
CATEGORIES:adult,Colorado Plateau,Learning,Science
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027
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SUMMARY:Celebraciones de la Gente
DESCRIPTION:Experience the vibrant traditions of Mexican heritage at the 22nd Annual Celebraciones de la Gente! Join us for a weekend filled with color\, culture\, and celebration. Held in partnership with Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces\, Celebraciones honors the spirit of Día de los Muertos with heartfelt remembrances and joyful festivities. \nMariachi Agave \nEnjoy cultural dances and music as you explore the brightly adorned ofrendas in the Jaime Major Golightly Courtyard\, each a stunning display of love and memory. Savor delicious traditional foods and deepen your understanding of Dia de los Muertos through cultural presentations. Mariachi Agave from Tucson and Ballet Folklorico de Colores of Flagstaff will bring distinctive sounds and movement to the celebration. Children will delight in the creativity of sugar skull decorating and face painting. \nAs the sun sets on Saturday\, the courtyard transforms into a magical scene for Courtyard After Dark. Witness the glowing ofrendas under the night sky\, indulge in sweet treats and beverages\, and soak in the rich atmosphere. Don’t miss this premier fall festival. Invite your friends and family\, from this world and the next! \nCelebraciones tickets are available in advance (see below) and at the door. Tickets to Celebraciones are good for the entire weekend\, and include admission to the Museum: $20 General Admission\, $10 MNA members\, $8 youth\, kids 9 and under free. \n\nClick a date below to purchase advance tickets.\nSaturday\, October 25\nSunday\, October 26\n\nCelebraciones Schedule of Events\nCelebraciones de la Gente takes place in the Museum’s Jaime Major Golightly Courtyard with some activities inside the Museum as noted below. Kids can take part in crafts in the Babbitt Gallery. Face painting is available from noon-5 p.m. each day in the courtyard. There is no cost for face painting\, however donations will be accepted. \nYou must purchase a separate online ticket to take part in one of four sugar skull decorating workshops. The workshop cost $10 per participant. Click here for details and ticket links. \nSaturday | October 25 \n \n10 a.m.: Museum and Celebraciones Open \n10:15 a.m.: Mexican Loteria \n10:30 a.m.: Sugar Skull Workshop (patio\, ticket required) \n11 a.m.: Cultural Talk | Reclaiming Our Roots: The Untold Stories of Latinx Pioneers in Flagstaff (Branigar/Chase auditorium) \n11:30 a.m.: Puppet Show (Discovery Room) \n12 p.m.: Calaveritas Poetry (Poetry Maps exhibit) \n12 p.m.: Cultural Talk | Dia de los Muertos Versus Halloween (Branigar/Chase auditorium) \n12:15 p.m.: Cultural Talk | Ofrenda 101 (Branigar/Chase auditorium) \n1 p.m.: Ballet Folklorico de Colores (Branigar/Chase auditorium) \n2:30 p.m.: Puppet Show (Discovery Room) \n3 p.m.: Mariachi Agave (Branigar/Chase auditorium) \n3 p.m.; Sugar Skull Workshop (patio\, ticket required) \n3:45 p.m.: Ruben Hernandez \n5 p.m.: Courtyard After Dark \n6 p.m.: Mariachi Agave \n8 p.m.: Museum and Celebraciones Close \n  \nSunday | October 26 \n10 a.m.: Museum and Celebraciones Open \n10 a.m.: Mexican Loteria \n10:30 a.m.: Sugar Skull Workshop (patio\, ticket required) \n11 a.m.: Cultural Talk | Reclaiming Our Roots: The Untold Stories of Latinx Pioneers in Flagstaff (Branigar/Chase auditorium) \n11:30 a.m.: Puppet Show (Discovery Room) \n12 p.m.: Sugar Skull Workshop (patio\, ticket required) \n12 p.m.: Cultural Talk | Dia de los Muertos Versus Halloween (Branigar/Chase auditorium) \n12:15 p.m.: Cultural Talk | Ofrenda 101(Branigar/Chase auditorium) \n12:30 p.m.: Ruben Hernandez \n1 p.m.: Ballet Folklorico de Colores (Branigar/Chase auditorium) \n2:30 p.m.: Puppet Show (Discovery Room) \n3 p.m.: Mariachi Agave (Branigar/Chase auditorium with procession to the courtyard) \n4:30 p.m.: Closing Ceremony \n5 p.m.: Museum and Celebraciones Close
URL:https://musnaz.org/event/celebraciones-de-la-gente/
LOCATION:Museum of Northern Arizona\, 3101 N Fort Valley Rd\, Flagstaff\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:adult,art,Colorado Plateau,Festival,Kids,Learning
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SUMMARY:Sugar Skull Decorating at Celebraciones
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Sugar Skull Decorating during Celebraciones de la Gente and take part in a cherished Día de los Muertos tradition. Sugar skulls (calaveras de azúcar) are colorful\, whimsical confections that celebrate the lives of loved ones who have passed. Made from sugar and decorated with bright designs\, they symbolize the sweetness of life and are often placed on ofrendas (altars) or shared as gifts. Far from somber\, these joyful creations bring warmth\, memory\, and celebration to the season. \nMaster decorators will be on hand to help you adorn your own sugar skull to take home. The Sugar Skull Decorating workshops are perfect for kids and adults. You must purchase a $10 ticket in advance for each participant. Admission to Celebraciones de la Gente is an additional fee. \nClick a link below to purchase tickets for Sugar Skull Decorating\nSaturday\, October 25 | 10:30 a.m. \nSaturday\, October 25 | 3 p.m. \nSunday\, October 26 | 10:30 a.m. \nSunday\, October 26 | noon
URL:https://musnaz.org/event/sugar-skull-decorating-at-celebraciones/
CATEGORIES:adult,art,demonstration,Festival,Kids
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