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Calendar of Activities and
Events Through May 26, 2008
Grand Canyon Grandeur
See the work of a who's who of preeminent artists who chose Grand Canyon
as their subject. These 24 artists labored from 1854 to themid-1930s to
reproduce a small measure of the canyon's monumental beauty in this show's
53 works. Among the exhibit's artists are masters such as Louis Akin, Carl
Oscar Borg, George Elbert Butt, Thomas Moran, and Gunnar Widforss.
Through March 29, 2009
THERIZINOSAUR – Mystery of the Sickle-Claw Dinosaur
An exhibit of the newest and strangest
dinosaur in all of North America. THERIZINOSAUR – Mystery of the
Sickle-Claw Dinosaur has been developed from a southern Utah excavation by
MNA’s Colbert Curator of Paleontology Dr. David D. Gillette. Exhibit
visitors will experience scientific inquiry at its best, as the exhibit
asks questions, but leaves the answers about this enigmatic, one-ton
creature to the visitors’ critical thinking.
Through July 13, 2008
GRAND ARCHAEOLOGY – New Excavations
along the Colorado River
Flagstaff adventure photographer Dawn Kish
has documented recent MNA archaeological excavation and research in Grand
Canyon National Park which will collect valuable information about past
lifeways. Kish’s images give the viewer an understanding of what
archaeology is all about. Excavation is in partnership with GCNP and the
exhibit is made possible by the Grand Canyon Association.
June 14 - August 9, 2008
Many Colored Weaves – Navajo
textiles from the Collection of the Museum of Northern Arizona
Flagstaff Cultural Partners (FCP) and the
Museum of Northern Arizona (MNA) have joined forces to present a new
exhibition at the Coconino Center for the Arts this summer. Many Colored
Weaves, features selections from MNA’s collection of Navajo textiles.
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May 2008
Every Saturday
Therizinosaur Exhibit Guided Gallery Tours
11:00 a.m.
Explore the mystery of how a 93 million-year-old land-living dinosaur came
to be buried 60 miles out at sea. Tours begin from the Museum foyer,
are appropriate for all ages, and are included with Museum admission.
Reservations are not required.
May 3, 10, and 17
9:30 a.m.
Ponderosa: A Dynamic Forest
(½ mile nature walk ― moderate difficulty due to uneven terrain)
Walk through a section of the largest Ponderosa Pine forest on the North
American continent. Learn about some of its inhabitants and why they call
this forest home. Discover the unique nature of this complex ecosystem and
the striking changes it undergoes. Program departs from the Museum lobby.
Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Part of the
Forests, Foragers, and Feathers
series.
May 3, 10, and 17
11:00 a.m.
Therizinosaur: A Mystery in Life and Death
(gallery tour ― extended standing required)
Learn about the Colorado Plateau before there was a plateau. Discover a
unique dinosaur species and explore the mystery of how this 93
million-year-old land-dwelling dinosaur came to be buried 60 miles out at
sea. Program departs from the Museum lobby. Part of the
Forests, Foragers, and Feathers
series.
May 3, 10, and 17
2:30 p.m.
Corvid Lore: Ravens and Crows of the American
Southwest
(courtyard program ― seating provided)
Ravens and Crows, two members of the corvid family, have long been known
as tricksters in American Indian stories. Join us for an exploration of
Zuni folklore and learn about these intelligent birds and their surprising
traits. Program meets in the Museum’s New Courtyard. Part of the
Forests, Foragers, and Feathers
series.
May 8
9:45 a.m.
Zuni - Dragonfly's Tale Puppet Show
Explorers Preschool Program (3-5 years). Register at 928-774-5211 x275. $3
members/$5 nonmembers.
May 8
1:15 p.m.
Zuni - Dragonfly's Tale Puppet Show
Explorers II Program (6-8 years). Register at 928-774-5211 x275. $3
members/$5 nonmembers.
May 9
7:30 p.m.
Bluegrass and Folk Legend
Peter Rowan
Rhythm and roots at MNA. Tickets $25 advance/$28 at the door. MNA
members receive $2 discount.
May
16
Behind-the-Scenes Collection Tour: Library and
Archives
Visit MNA’s Library and Archive Collection. See historic documents, rare
books, and photographs. Learn who uses collections and what preservation
problems are faced. Register by Mon., May 12 at 774-5213, ext. 219. $10
nonmembers, members free.
May 23-25
Zuni Festival of Art and Culture
Dialogues on Creativity and Culture
A celebration of the Zuni way of life and Zuni expressions of creativity
returns after a four year hiatus. The A:shiwi
people will share Zuni language, lifeways, traditional dances, and flute
playing. In partnership with the A:shiwi A:wan Museum and Heritage Center.
May 28-31
MNA Ventures:
Water on
the Plateau
May 30
7:30 p.m.
Grammy Nominee
Eliza Gilkyson
Rhythm and roots at MNA. Tickets $25 advance/$28 at the door. MNA
members receive $2 discount.
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June 2008
Every Saturday
Therizinosaur Exhibit Guided Gallery Tours
11:00 a.m.
Explore the mystery of how a 93 million-year-old land-living dinosaur came
to be buried 60 miles out at sea. Tours begin from the Museum foyer,
are appropriate for all ages, and are included with Museum admission.
Reservations are not required.
June 14
Navajo Rug Auction
In conjunction with the
Many Colored Weaves exhibit.
July 11-13
MNA Ventures:
Navajo
Trading Post Tour
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July 2008
Every Saturday
Therizinosaur Exhibit Guided Gallery Tours
11:00 a.m.
Explore the mystery of how a 93 million-year-old land-living dinosaur came
to be buried 60 miles out at sea. Tours begin from the Museum foyer,
are appropriate for all ages, and are included with Museum admission.
Reservations are not required.
July 4-6
Hopi Festival of Art and Culture
July 11-13
MNA Ventures:
Navajo
Trading Post Tour
July 12
7:00 p.m.
Things That Go Bump in the Night
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Dark
Skies in Flagstaff
More than 100 species of night-flying moths—some large and
spectacularly beautiful—haunt the night skies. Rarely seen giant
centipedes, scorpions, spiders, bats, mice, and small carnivores abound in
our nocturnal landscape. In this free program for the whole family, Dr.
Larry Stevens will introduce strange creatures from the Flagstaff area and
describe how they live. Afterwards, weather permitting, see some of these
animals using an ultraviolet light set up outside the Museum.
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August 2008
Every Saturday
Therizinosaur Exhibit Guided Gallery Tours
11:00 a.m.
Explore the mystery of how a 93 million-year-old land-living dinosaur came
to be buried 60 miles out at sea. Tours begin from the Museum foyer,
are appropriate for all ages, and are included with Museum admission.
Reservations are not required.
August 1-3
Navajo Festival of Art and Culture
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September 2008
Every Saturday
Therizinosaur Exhibit Guided Gallery Tours
11:00 a.m.
Explore the mystery of how a 93 million-year-old land-living dinosaur came
to be buried 60 miles out at sea. Tours begin from the Museum foyer,
are appropriate for all ages, and are included with Museum admission.
Reservations are not required.
September 9-13
MNA Ventures:
Capital Reef
September 30-October 4
MNA Ventures:
Canyon
de Chelly
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October 2008
Every Saturday
Therizinosaur Exhibit Guided Gallery Tours
11:00 a.m.
Explore the mystery of how a 93 million-year-old land-living dinosaur came
to be buried 60 miles out at sea. Tours begin from the Museum foyer,
are appropriate for all ages, and are included with Museum admission.
Reservations are not required.
October 13-18
MNA Ventures:
Slickhorn
Gulch Backpack
October 24-26
Celebraciónes de la Gente
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