Edward S. Curtis. The Three Chiefs – Piegan, c. 1900, Silver gelatin print. Volume 6, Portfolio Plate no. 209. Courtesy of Tim Peterson
Our Featured Exhibit
Light and Legacy:
The Art and Techniques of Edward S. Curtis
October 19, 2021 – April 30, 2023
Arizona Highways recently filmed and broadcast an informative and entertaining tour of Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West with Dr. Tricia Loscher, Assistant Director of Collections, Exhibitions and Research. Dr. Loscher describes the founding of the museum, its unique, environmentally conscious architecture, storytelling mission, and outstanding docent program. Dr. Loscher also walks viewers through some of the fascinating exhibitions, artworks, and artifacts, encouraging visitors to “Find Yourself in the West.”
Announcement
Valley Favorites Announcement
Western Spirit Scottsdale Museum of the West has been chosen as one of the Valley’s favorites
Upcoming Programs
Meet the Authors –
Jana Bommersbach & Bob Boze Bell:
Hellraisers & Trailblazers – The Real Women of The Wild West
A presentation by both authors on their latest collaborative effort. Followed by a short, moderated Question and Answer session. Books will be for sale and both authors have agreed to autograph any purchased the day of the event.
Event Dates
Thursday, February 9 at 6 p.m.
Thursday, April 27 at 2 p.m.
The Influence/Impact of Alamos, Sonora, Mexico on the Southwestern United States.
A presentation of the Scottsdale Sister Cities Association in conjunction with Western Spirit
Event Date
Thursday, February 16 at 6 p.m.
Meet the Author – Chris Enss
A 45-minute presentation on two of the author’s exciting books: Iron Women: The Ladies Who Helped Build the Railroad
and The Pinks: The First Female Detectives, Operatives and Spies for the Pinkerton Detective Agency
Event Date
Friday, February 24 at 2:30 p.m.
Exhibitions On View
CURRENT HOURS
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
9:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. Thursday (November-April)
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursday (May-October)
11:00 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday
Closed Mondays
We suggest arriving early to allow approximately 2 hours to fully enjoy the museum prior to its prompt closing at 5pm.
ADVANCED PURCHASE TIMED TICKETING
Members have the ability to reserve free tickets through the member portal! Click below to reserve your time today.
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