Blog

Welcome to the archive of our Western Spirit Newsletter Blog! We’re thrilled to bring you updates, stories, and insights into the vibrant world of the Museum. As a cultural haven nestled in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, we take pride in preserving and celebrating the rich heritage, art, and history of the Old and New West. Join us on this virtual journey as we explore fascinating exhibitions, upcoming events, educational programs, and the incredible stories that make our Western Spirit Museum a true treasure trove of discovery and inspiration.

Meet New Western Spirit Board Member Carolyn Rock

WS: History is heritage for you. Can you tell us a bit about that?   Rock: In 1840, my great-great-great grandfather William came by covered wagon from New Jersey to the Quad Cities—where I was born and grew up. William’s cousin, James Marshall, kept going all the way...

New Western Spirit Board Member Dan Corazzi

WS: Can you tell us a bit about your background? Corazzi: I began my professional career, in Eastern Pennsylvania, as a French teacher. After 7 years, I became a high school principal and for my last 16 years in public education,  I was school superintendent. In 2000,...

A Conversation with Western Spirit Board Member Dr. Scott Robertson

Dr. Scott Robertson came to Scottsdale forty years ago, having been recruited to build a cardiovascular center. He’s been here ever since. The West, you might say, was always near and dear to his heart, as were horses. We caught up with him recently to ask him about...

Edward S. Curtis: Unpublished Alaska

Occasionally, unpublished Curtis photographs surface, but never in history has 100 emerged at once! What few unpublished pictures have surfaced are generally in private collections, and no one ever gets to see them. When Edward Curtis’ only grandchild, Jim Graybill,...

Conversation with Board of Trustee – Dr. Betsy Fahlman

Dr. Betsy Fahlman is a professor of art history at Arizona State University, where she has taught since 1988. A specialist in American Art, her interests include public art, American modernism, the New Deal, industrial archeology, and the art history of Arizona. Since...

Ask The Author – Dr. Lydia Otero

Thursday, October 20, 2022Start Time: 6:00 PMLocation: Western Spirit - Virginia G. Piper Theater Free to members.$30 for non-membersWestern Spirit is proud to host Dr. Lydia Otero, the first guest in our Ask the Author series. In addition to writing, they were a...

GIFT TO HONOR CHIEF HENRY RED CLOUD

On Monday, October 10, 2022, Indigenous Peoples' Day, Western Spirit will host “Gift to Honor Chief Henry Red Cloud.” At this historic event, two culturally significant objects, a personal pipe and an elaborate ceremonial pipe that, according to their provenance, once...