Event Details
Free museum admission for children 17 and under at Western Spirit Museum: Scottsdale's Museum of the West on September 5-6th. Be among the first to experience Woven: Navajo Textiles from the Pelberg Collection, a captivating exhibition showcasing seven modern and contemporary weavings by Diné artists. Discover the artistry behind every textile through interactive displays, hands-on experiences with wool and dyed yarn, and a family activity area featuring weaving projects to take home. This immersive exhibition celebrates Navajo weaving as a vibrant living tradition, offering visitors of all ages a deeper appreciation for the creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural stories woven into every piece. On Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. visitors will have the opportunity to participate by securing a set of goggles on their forehead and watching an 8-minute immersive Virtual Reality video placing you up in the Four Corners region of Arizona to meet weaver Tyrrell and the sheep he tends to. Tyrrell invites you into his mountain side home to see his latest weaving and shares the special place he calls home. Visit westernspirit.org/ for more details on this upcoming exhibit.