March at the Museum of Northern Arizona

At the Museum of Northern Arizona, we are constantly evolving—just like the world around us. Our latest exhibit, Collecting in a Changing World, showcases more recent MNA acquisitions that reflect the dynamic intersection of art, culture, and science across the Colorado Plateau. From powerful works by Indigenous artists to pandemic-era artifacts, creations inspired by popular culture, and specimens from the natural world, this exhibition reveals how change, creativity, and resilience shape communities.

We invite you to explore these incredible additions and see how MNA’s collections continue to grow with the times.

And for families looking for learning and fun this Spring Break, join us March 10–14 for hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and exploration. Whether engaging with science, art, or the wonders of nature, there’s something for every young mind to discover at the Museum!

We look forward to welcoming you to the Museum this month.

Mary Kershaw

Executive Director & CEO

Museum of Northern Arizona

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Spring Break: Fun Activities for Kids

March 10-14, 1-2:30 p.m. each day

Dive into the wonders of science, crawl into the amazing world of bugs, and unleash creativity with painting and poetry! Kids of all ages are invited to join us for fun and learning at the Museum during Spring Break. Free for Museum members and kids 9 and under; all others pay regular Museum admission. Supplies and materials will be provided. Learn more with the links in the calendar of events above.

Shedding New Light in Our Galleries

Things are looking brighter at the Museum! New lighting now illuminates the Collecting in a Changing World exhibit in Lockett Gallery. Lighting work has begun in the Waddell Gallery. Because of that work, the Poetry Maps exhibit is taking a pause and will reopen at the end of March. We’re upgrading to more energy-efficient illumination that allows for precise adjustments to better highlight objects and protect sensitive art. The lighting project is made possible through a generous estate gift.

Welcome Our New MNA Docents

A docent is a knowledgeable guide that conducts Museum tours and other educational programs. At the Museum of Northern Arizona, docents are volunteers who undertake extensive training focused on the science, art, and cultures of the Colorado Plateau. We are honored to welcome a new graduating class of docents, eight individuals who are already busy guiding visitors through MNA galleries. Learn about all Museum volunteer opportunities.

Register Kids for Discovery Camps

Think like a scientist. Create like an artist. Play like a kid! Our 2025 Discovery Camps for children ages 5-11 will be held for three weeks, July 7-11, July 14-18, and July 21-25.

The day camps immerse children in the arts, sciences, cultures, and environment of the region, appeal to varied learning styles, and engage children with authentic experiences. Camps are filling up! Visit our Discovery Camps page now for details and to register.

Easton Collection Center Tours

March 14, 3-4 p.m.; April 11, 3-4 p.m.

Take a rare behind-the-scenes tour of MNA’s Easton Collection Center. Learn about the impressive piece of environmentally friendly architecture and see part of the Museum’s extraordinary collection of cultural artifacts, natural specimens, and fine art. This tour is led by seasoned guides, providing art and cultural enthusiasts a closer look at pottery, jewelry, artifacts, paintings, weavings, and more. Space is limited; be sure to register today.

Local artists teach classes in ceramics, drawing, watercolor, and landscape painting in Discover Village at MNA. See our classes page for details.

Collecting in a Changing World

Highlighting newer MNA acquisitions, this exhibit explores the stories behind the additions and reveals how they contribute to advancing knowledge, preserving heritage, and shaping future exhibits. Some objects are visually striking, others are less conspicuous yet hold value for their scientific or cultural significance. The show includes pottery, kachinas, paintings, natural specimens, and more.

Life Extended: Biology as Metaphor

Explore the captivating paintings of Flagstaff artist Debra Edgerton. Utilizing the microscopic imagery of local algae, Edgerton creates ethereal watercolors that serve as a metaphorical lens to explore social structures and the African American experience. Through her work, the artist examines themes of race, identity, and hierarchical relationships.

Poetry Maps

Closed through March 28 for lighting upgrades.

Showcasing fine art from the Museum of Northern Arizona collections and poems from our community, the Poetry Maps exhibition brings together many viewpoints, expressed in visual art and verse. These paintings and poems serve as a map through place and time, revealing perspectives that form a collective connection to the extraordinary landscapes of the Colorado Plateau.

This stunning set made of sterling silver and Sleeping Beauty turquoise was created by Navajo silversmith Chris Charley. See the bola and buckle set and other authentic Native American works for sale in our Museum Gift Shop and online at shopmusnaz.org. All proceeds benefit the artists and the Museum of Northern Arizona.