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The Museum of Northern Arizona Presents Equestrian Culture of the Colorado Plateau
ASU Professor Peter Iverson and MNA Collection’s Manager Elaine Hughes present an interpretive forum to discuss the use of Navajo, Hopi, and Apache folk toys, saddles, bridles, leather items, and jewelry from MNA’s collections. From a silver and turquoise embellished saddle ridden by former Navajo Chairman Peter Macdonald to hand-braided quirts, these toys and tools obf the trade will provide insight into the horse culture of northern Arizona.
About Trappings of the American West Exhibition Program
Trappings is a unique, contemporary showcase of functional and fine art of the American cowboy.
This juried sales exhibition features the work of 75 artists from 14 western states, Hawaii, and Canada who have been chosen for their outstanding artistic skills. This is the only exhibition in the U.S. to combine finely tooled saddles, braided rawhide, hitched horsehair, boots, hats, knives, bits, and spurs with paintings, photography, and bronze sculptures. Emerging and established artists include members of the Cowboy Artists of America, the Traditional Cowboy Arts Association, and the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame. Flagstaff photographers included in this year’s exhibition are Sue Bennett, Dave Edwards, Dawn Kish, Shane Knight, John Running and Raechel Running. Flagstaff luthier Bill Burke’s work will also be part of this year’s exhibit.
With a long and illustrious history, the Museum of Northern Arizona evokes the very spirit of the Colorado Plateau, including the Grand Canyon and Four Corners regions, inspiring a sense of love and responsibility for the beauty and diversity of the area. The Museum sits at the base of the San Francisco Peaks, Arizona’s highest mountains, and is surrounded by tremendous geological, biological, and cultural resources in one of Earth’s most spectacular landscapes.
Located three miles north of historic downtown Flagstaff on Highway 180, MNA is open daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Admission to the Museum and the Trappings exhibition is free for MNA and DCAF members. General admission is $7 adults, $6 seniors (65+), $5 students, and $4 children. Ample free parking for cars and buses is available and the Museum is handicapped accessible.
For more information, contact the Museum at 928-774-5213 and online at www.musnaz.org, or the Dry Creek Arts Fellowship at 928-774-8861 and online at www.drycreekarts.com.
When: 1:00 PM
Where: Museum of Northern Arizona, Hwy 180, Flagstaff
Phone: 928-774-5213
Contact: www.musnaz.org
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