Events for May 27, 2024 - March 6, 2024

A special collection of photographs by critically-acclaimed Western photographer, Scott T. Baxter. Scott T. Baxter works out of his studio on the Cattle Track Arts Compound in Scottsdale, Arizona. He has been a professional photographer for more than 30 years. His fine art photography work of the American West captures the dichotomy between the elegance […]

Happy Thanksgiving to you, your family and loved ones.

Special savings all day long!

Saturday NOV 25 | 10 a.m. Shop Local Saturday at Ranch Dressing and the Museum Store, until 5 p.m.

Sunday NOV 26 | 11 a.m. Museum Store Sunday at Ranch Dressing and the Museum Store, until 3 p.m.

Experience history come to life with 'Last Ride of the Pony Express,' featuring Will Grant, followed by a special book signing event at the Saguaro Theater. Join us for an informative and engaging journey back in time as we explore this iconic chapter in America's frontier history. The Last Ride of the Pony Express is a uniquely tenacious […]

Calling all young wordsmiths and aspiring poets! Join us for a delightful Kid's Poetry Reading event, where young talents take the stage to share their creative verses. Prepare to be charmed and inspired by their imagination and creativity. In the Museum's Learning Center. Pictured: past student participants.

We have a treat for you food buffs. Our next presentation in the Museum’s Learning Center will be “Deconstructing the Taco”, all about the origins of this favorite dish. The foods of Arizona speak to the many cultures, native and newcomer, that make up our state. Consider the taco, a staple of Mexican and Mexican […]

Was violence between American Indians and European settlers inevitable? This question will set the them for our next historical presentation, “Struggles Over the Fate of Native America: An Overview of the Indian Wars” with Dr. Eduardo Pagán. This presentation will provide an overview of the geopolitical world of the Americas before Columbus, and the ways that […]

Sunday, December 24  |  3 p.m.  Museum and Stores close at their regular time. Have a Merry Christmas.  

Do you have crafty kids in your life? Join us for a special creative workshop just for kids! This year's Kids’ Holiday Workshop is on Wednesday December 27 from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. in the Museum’s Learning Center. We will be decorating cookies made by our neighborhood bakery, Buttermilk and Honey. Best for children […]

Pictured: Benjamin Albert Stahl, Having Their Picture Took (detail), DCWM Collection.

Calling all members! Join us for an exclusive Mata Ortiz Trunk Show Members' Preview. Be the first to explore and acquire unique Mata Ortiz pottery pieces before they're available to the public. Don't miss this special opportunity to add exceptional artistry to your collection. For members only in the Cultural Crossroads Learning Center (CCLC). Call […]

Come to DCWM and participate in an interactive painting workshop on January 12th, 2024. Each participant will select their own Oaxacan woodcarving to paint with artist Julia Fuentes Santiago. Julia was born in the village of San Martin Tilcajete, Oaxaca in 1976. Julia is the daughter of the world-famous Master Carver Epifanio Fuentes and Laurencia […]

Desert Adventure Tours are back! Join us for a tour of Wickenburg-area Guest Ranches on Tuesday, January 16 at 9 a.m. – ($105 members/$130 not-yet-members). The tour is led by master docent Joe Stevens and will stop at historic ranch locations which may include the Hassayampa River Preserve (Garden of Allah guest ranch), Simpson Ranch, Remuda Ranch, Monte Vista Ranch, Kay […]

On Wednesday January 17 at 11 a.m., well-known Arizona guide and author Roger Naylor will be on hand to present his latest book, "Awesome Arizona: 200 Amazing Facts about the Grand Canyon State" in the Museum's Learning Center. Naylor will show slides, read excerpts from his book, and will answer some questions from the audience. […]

Howard Post: Western Perspectives Meet the artist and get an exclusive tour led by Howard Post himself. Exhibition walkthrough in the main galleries. Meet in the main lobby.