Light and Legacy:
The Art and Techniques of Edward S. Curtis
Light and Legacy:
The Art and Techniques of Edward S. Curtis
Edward S. Curtis, The Wedding Party – Qagyuhl, 1914. Edward S. Curtis, Son of the Desert, 1904.
Please note that Western Spirit will be closing early at 3pm on
Saturday, October 16 in preparation for Saddle Up II, and will resume normal hours thereafter.
Light and Legacy: The Art and Techniques of Edward S. Curtis
Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is proud to announce Light and Legacy: The Art and Techniques of Edward S. Curtis, an unparalleled exhibition celebrating the life and works of photographer, ethnographer, and adventurer Edward Curtis. Spanning three decades, Edward Curtis traveled the land west of the Mississippi from Arizona to the High Arctic, visiting over 80 Indigenous Peoples and creating thousands of images, audio recordings, and the earliest motion pictures of Native Americans, all while making tremendous contributions to the art and science of photography. Curtis’s 20 volume publication, The North American Indian, remains unmatched in American ethnographic annals for its scope, depth, empathy, and artistry.
Light and Legacy: The Art and Techniques of Edward S. Curtis is co-curated by Tim Peterson, Museum Trustee and collector and Dr. Tricia Loscher, Assistant Director for Collections, Exhibitions and Research at Scottsdale’s Museum of the West. Opening October 19, 2021. Book your visit today!
Join us for Saddle Up II
October 16, 2021
Celebrating an exclusive preview of: Light and Legacy: The Art and Techniques of Edward S. Curtis.
Enjoy a night of dining and live music
supporting the museum and preview this exhibition!
CURRENT HOURS
9:30 AM – 5 PM Tuesdays – Saturdays
11 AM – 5 PM Sundays
Closed Mondays
We suggest arriving early to allow approximately 2 hours to fully enjoy the museum prior to its prompt closing at 5pm.
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AUDIO TOURS
To assist social distancing and guest accessibility, recorded information from gallery exhibit panels are now available in a self-guided audio tour format.
Please bring your own headphones.
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PREVENTATIVE MEASURES TO ADDRESS COVID-19
VISITORS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED IF THEY HAVE
EITHER A TEMPERATURE OR ARE NOT FEELING WELL.
- FACE COVERINGS: Strongly encouraged for all guests, required for non-vaccinated guests.
- TEMPERATURE SCREENING: Guests will receive touchless temperature check upon entry.
- TOUCHLESS ENTRY: Hands-free entry at southeast entry way, museum store doors are exit-only.
- SOCIAL DISTANCING: Social distancing signage is in place throughout the museum.
- ADDITIONAL MEASURES:
- Plexiglas partitions in transactional areas
- Hand sanitizer stations at visible locations
- Recommended personal hygiene procedures in the restrooms
- Restricted elevator capacity guidelines
CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS ABOUT THESE PREVENTATIVE MEASURES
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ADMISSION PRICES
Adults: $20
Seniors (65+) and Active Military: $15
Students (Full-time with ID) and Children (6-17): $9
Members and Children 5 and under: FREE
For more information, contact Visitor Services at 480-686-9539