Message from Mary –
Thank you for keeping up with news from MNA by subscribing to this eNewletter. In it, we are able to share new developments at the museum, upcoming events, and new initiatives. Despite the fact that our staff are working from home to stay safe and well, their creativity is undimmed and we are all working hard to ensure you can continue to experience the many opportunities at MNA, albeit in new and different ways. In this edition, you will see a variety of programs available now online, for you to enjoy in the safety of your own home. With Dinosaur Detectives, Garden tours, storytime, science talks and much more, I invite you to continue to enjoy your experiences with the Museum of Northern Arizona. We all look forward to the time when we can safely join together again.
Mary Kershaw
Executive Director & CEO
Museum of Northern Arizona
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Concert Fundraiser for Hopi
Saturday April 25, 7:30 pm
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Colton Talk: Subterranean Biology
Webinar on Tuesday April 28, 7 pm
MNA researchers have renewed a longstanding tradition of gathering to discuss scientific discoveries, theories, and questions. For now, those discussions will take place as webinars. Register to join the discussion as Dr. Jut Wynn of the Merriam-Powell Center for Environmental Research presents a road map for protecting the ecosystems found in caves.
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Learn about plants
Videos post to Facebook on Tuesdays
Each week MNA experts share knowledge about native plants and gardening in Flagstaff’s climate. Past videos can be found on the MNA Facebook page.
April 28 at 12 pm Harvesting nettles
May 5 at 10 am Building healthy soil
May 19 st 12 pm Native plants for your garden
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Poetry inspired by art
For National Poetry Month students from NAU wrote poems inspired by art in the Liberating Landscapeexhibition. Since we can’t hold a poetry reading, we’re making the poems available as a downloadable chapbook from the musnaz.org. MNA also has a Writers Group that meets every other Wednesday to share and critique each others writing. Email for information.
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Junior Paleontologist
Monday-Friday
Dinosaur Dave (aka Dr. Dave Gillette) is posting paleontology activities for kids. These can be found daily on the MNA Facebook page, where Dinosaur Dave will also answer questions, or by downloading the printable activities from musnaz.org. Here are the journal pages from the first, second, and third week.Kids who participate will become Junior Paleonologists and be invited to a Paleontology Pizza Party.
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Family Fridays
Facebook Live stream on Fridays at 2:30 pm
Follow along on Facebook as MNA educator Mari Soliday presents a short program for kids each Friday. The materials needed for each project will be posted at musnaz.org the Wednesday before. April 24- Prehistoric technology
May 1- Rug crafts
May 8 – Reptiles
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STEAM Second Saturday: Dragonflies and Damselflies
Facebook Live stream on May 9, 2:00 pm
Learn all about these beautiful insects from MNA Ecologist and Curator of Biology, Dr. Larry Stevens, who will be streaming live from his laboratory on the MNA Facebook page. There will be hands-on projects you can download and do at home.
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Summer Discovery Camps
June 8-July 31
With the kids home for a few weeks, it’s a fine time to start planning for when they will be home for the whole summer. The Discovery summer camp schedules are now online. All the summer camps are held as small groups, with plenty of outdoor space, and many of the camps involve hikes and field trips. At this time of uncertainty, we are taking registrations only to hold your place; payments will be made in May when we are able to confirm the 2020 summer camp season.
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Liberating Landscape
Images posted Mondays on Facebook & Instagram
Inspired and empowered by the dramatic landscapes of the American Southwest, women took the lead in developing the arts of the region from 1900 to 1940. This exhibition features pottery, photographs, paintings, and drawings of six women artists: Nampeyo, Kate Cory, Mary-Russell Ferrell Colton, Nora Lucy Mowbray Cundell, Harriet Morton Holmes, and Lillian Wilhelm Smith. Until you can come see it in person, we’ll post images every Monday.
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The Force Is With Our People
Extended through August 2
Whether you’re a Star Wars fan, an art lover, or interested in Native cultures, this exhibition has something to engage everyone. The exhibition features work by more than 20 contemporary Native artists who were influenced by Star Wars and explores the reasons Star Wars resonates with them. It includes fine art, jewelry, pottery, and a full-size robot. Learn more here.
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Petrified Forest Day Trip
October 31, 2020 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM.
Fans of fossils and Arizona’s colorful landscape will enjoy this trip to Petrified Forest National Park with geologist Dr. Kent Colbath. The day trip includes a short hike into a fossil field from the dawn of the “Age of Dinosaurs,” and a tour of the fossil preparation lab. Sign up by calling 928-774-5211 ext. 222 or Online.
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Ventures Trips being rescheduled:
Churro Sheep and Rock Art Ranch overnight
Verde River Day Float
Oak Creek Canyon-West Fork Hike Day Trip
Slate Mountain Day Trip
Four Grand Day Hikes at the South Rim, April 2021
Watch the website for when these trips will be rescheduled or call 928-774-5211 ext. 222.
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May 19-22, 2021
Join musicians Chris Brashear and Peter McLaughlin for a musical river trip. During the day, float through the magnificent Goosenecks and hike in side canyons. Spend the evenings beneath the stars enjoying music by two premiere western songwriters while reflecting on the day’s journey. Sign up by calling 928-774-5211 ext. 222 or Online.
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May 7-14, 2021 (sold out, call for waitlist)
With all the plans for this spring cancelled, put something on the calendar to look forward to: this seven-day, six-night rafting trip on the Colorado River with Grand Canyon geologist and expert Wayne Ranney. Sign up by calling 928-774-5211 ext. 222 or Online.
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#GivingTuesdayNow
May 5, 2020
The Museum of Northern Arizona will take part in #GivingTuesdayNow, a global day of giving and unity in response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. You can help us not just by donating on May 5, but also by sharing on your social media what MNA means to you. In these uncertain times, when we are physically apart, generosity can bring the world together.
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Heritage Festival artist applications
This year the Zuni, Hopi and Navajo festivals are being combined into a single Heritage Festival September 12 & 13. This weekend festival provides an opportunity to meet, demonstrate, and sell your art. Artists who sign up early will be featured on MNA’s Facebook page. Artists can use the applications currently online for the Zuni, Hopi, and Navajo festivals. Send questions and inquiries to ageorge@musnaz.org.
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It’s all about the ears now
Nobody cares what shoes you wear to an online meeting, but everyone notices your earrings. Be noticed with these Sterling Silver Long Sunburst Teardrop Earrings by Hopi-Navajo artist Curtis Pete or one of the other stunning pairs available from the Museum Giftshop. Even though the museum is closed, you can still order online and have them shipped to your door. Your purchases help the artists and the museum.
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Apron on, ready to help bake
HOPI-R2 is trying on one of the Bluebird Flour Sack Aprons by Diné/Navajo artist, Rena Charles, but these unique creations fit a human physique better than a droid. Keep your clothes (or your pajamas) clean while you knead bread and mix up another batch of cookies with one of these wonderful apron. Each is a unique creation, designed and sewn by Rena Charles in Cameron, AZ. Besides the aprons, Rena also creates beautiful beaded necklaces and jewelry. All items from the Museum Bookstore can be ordered online and shipped.
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Coming soon…
If you saw and loved the award-winning exhibition The Force Is With Our People, or if you are frustrated that the museum closed before you were able to come see it, you can soon enjoy the art and insights through the Plateau magazine. Members at Sunset Crater level and above automatically receive Plateau magazine. If you are not at that membership level, upgrade now, or order the Plateau online.
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Select Museum of Northern Arizona to support MNA with every purchase when you buy through Amazonsmile.
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