Heard Museum announces upcoming events

The Heard Museum features 12 exhibit galleries, the Heard Museum Shop, the Masterworks Gallery featuring outstanding fine art, lush outdoor courtyards and walkways, multiple gardens and the Courtyard Café. Stop in for a fast snack or drink at the Coffee Cantina or browse our selection at Books & More. Enjoy daily public guided tours at noon, 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. More information on exhibits and events is at heard.org.

 
EXHIBITS

 
·         Beautiful Games: American Indian Sport and Art  (opening Dec. 20, 2014; on display through Nov. 29, 2015 – see below)

·         Modern Spirit: The Art of George Morrison (through Jan. 11, 2015)

·         That’s the Way I Like It! (through Feb. 8, 2015)

·         The Houser/Haozous Family: Celebrating a Century (through April 2016)

·         American Indian Veterans National Memorial (ongoing)

·         HOME: Native People in the Southwest (ongoing)

·         Around the World: The Heard Museum Collection (ongoing)

·         History & Collections of the Heard Museum (ongoing)

·         Every Picture Tells a Story (ongoing)

·         Remembering Our Indian School Days: The Boarding School Experience (ongoing)

·         We Are! Arizona’s First People (ongoing)

 
 
Beautiful Games: American Indian Sport and Art

Opens Dec. 20, 2014; on display through Nov. 29, 2015

 
Sports have played a pivotal role in American Indian tribal communities; in fact, many contemporary sports are rooted in traditional tribal sporting games. Lacrosse and surfing have long been attributed to indigenous peoples, while other games such as cross-country running, racquetball, cross-country skiing and canoeing, although not exclusive to the Americas, evolved independently. Native athletes quickly gravitated to historic sports like baseball, basketball, football and rodeo, and many American Indians have excelled in modern sports. Tribal communities continue to be heavily interested in and involved in sports, particularly basketball, rodeo and running. This exhibit will examine the historic and modern role of sports in tribal communities and the American Indian athletes who have participated and excelled in major American collegiate and professional sports. More information: heard.org/exhibits/beautifulgames/

 
EVENTS

All programs included with museum admission unless otherwise noted.

 
 
American Indian Veterans National Memorial Golf Classic

Friday, Dec. 5

 
This year, the Heard Museum’s annual golf classic is re-imagined! In partnership with the Inter-Tribal Golf Association, the Heard’s American Indian Veterans National Memorial Golf Classic celebrates and supports American Indian veterans’ programming at the Heard Museum. Proceeds from the tournament help to maintain the American Indian Veterans National Memorial as well as produce the Memorial Day and Veterans Day events. The tournament will once again be held at Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation’s We-Ko-Pa Golf Club with breathtaking views of the Four Peaks and a true desert golf experience. Spend a day testing your handicap on a lush, award-winning Sonoran Desert course while enjoying great weather, wonderful food and company, networking, awards and tee gifts for all. For more information regarding sponsorship or purchasing a team, contact Lynn Donahue at 602.251.0271 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. More information: heard.org/event/golf-classic/

 
First Fridays at the Heard: Native + You

Friday, Dec. 5

 
First Fridays are at the Heard Museum, with free admission from 6 to 10 p.m. every First Friday of each month except March. In December, the theme is “Literary Treasures,” coinciding with the first day of our annual Guild Book Sale & Treasure Market (see item below). Seek a favorite tome or treasure from 6 to 9 p.m. And also look for a haiku-writing contest – on typewriters! Visitors can enjoy the Heard’s 12 exhibit galleries, nationally-acclaimed Courtyard Café and gourmet drinks at the Coffee Cantina, and see the best in Native art at the Heard Shops. More information: heard.org/firstfridays

 
Guild Library Book Sale & Treasure Market

Friday-Sunday, Dec. 5-7; noon to 5 p.m. Friday (members only), 5 to 9 p.m. Friday (open 

to the public during First Friday) 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday

 

Choose from thousands of titles in nearly six dozen genres ranging from rare books to paperbacks, historic tomes to cookbooks. In addition to fabulous book bargains, a selection of unique art and collectibles can be found, including American Indian and vintage jewelry, katsina dolls, prints, pottery and ceramic vessels. Some well-known Native artists will be represented, so be sure to arrive early for the best selection. Members shop first on Friday till 5 p.m., and everyone can bid Friday and Saturday on special silent auction items. Proceeds benefit the Heard’s Billie Jane Baguley Library and Archives. Free admission (museum admission additional). More information: heard.org/booksale.

 
 
‘Fam Day’ celebrating Modern Spirit: The Art of George Morrison

Saturday, Dec. 6

 
We’re celebrating this special exhibit in a special way the whole family may enjoy: Create art in our make-and-take “Earth collage” activity from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; engage in guided sketch sessions at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; enjoy “modern” dance performances at 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. in the South Courtyard. More information: heard.org/event/fam-day-dec-6/ and at heard.org/exhibits/modern-spirit/

 
Members Holiday Shopping Weekend

Saturday & Sunday, Dec. 13 and 14; Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 
Heard Museum members now have two days to complete their holiday gift list! Members receive an extra 10% off most items in the Shops (consignments and previously-discounted merchandise are not eligible for additional discounts) and at heardshops.com. Not a member? Join now and save on this and other great museum offerings; call 602.251.0261 or visit heard.org/members. More information: heardshops.com

 
Christmas Day – Museum Closed

Dec. 25

 
Holidays at the Heard

Dec. 26 – 31; 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. except Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 
A Southwestern tradition, Holidays at the Heard is a great way to spend time with family and friends. Exciting performances and artist demonstrations introduce visitors to traditional and contemporary American Indian music, dance and art throughout the week. Included in general museum admission. More Information: heard.org/holidays

 
 
Heard Museum · Phoenix

2301 N. Central Ave., Phoenix

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, every day except Thanksgiving Day, Dec. 25, Easter Sunday and July 4.

$18 adults, $13.50 for seniors (65+), $7.50 for students with a valid student ID, $7.50 for children ages 6-12. Children 5 and younger (free).

Heard Museum members and American Indians receive free admission.

Call 602.252.8848 or visit www.heard.org