Discover the art of watercolor painting amidst the serene mesquites, saguaros and endless blue skies of the Garden. Learn how to create beautiful landscapes and desert-inspired still-life compositions. We will paint plein air landscapes on the Garden’s shaded patios and trails. Plan to wear comfortable clothing, shoes and water. All skill levels are welcome. Instructed...
If you have ever been interested in drawing what you observe in the natural world, then you should attend this program! Join local illustrator and author, Diane Iverson, for the...
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Be inspired by Pablo Picasso! Create a colorful portrait using simple geometric shapes! Free with Admission
In this eerie and enchanting workshop, you'll learn to create bewitching stacker rings sure to add a touch of spooky elegance to any finger! Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of crafting skulls, potions, bats and more on the hydraulic press to adorn your rings with silver and bronze. Whether you're a...
Join MNA docents for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Museum of Northern Arizona’s collections inside the Platinum LEED certified, architectural masterpiece Easton Collection Center. Home to more than 800,000 objects, the ECC tour will enhance visitors’ understanding of the Native cultures of the Colorado Plateau and MNA’s role in research and conservation. 3:00 – 4:00 PM. $15 Non-members $10...
Does your favorite star have an Arabic name? Join cultural astronomer Dr. Danielle Adams as she showcases the importance of dark skies to the development of the rich cultural traditions of indigenous Arabian astronomy. Drawing from 6th–10th century CE Arabic texts, she will demonstrate how dark desert skies enabled faint stars near the limits of...