Cultures and Traditions

Enjoy free admission to one of the longest running statewide art shows in Arizona! The 63rd annual Glendale Arts Council Juried Fine Arts Show is held at Historic Saguaro Ranch […]

Jack's back! Join us as we welcome Jack Lasseter, well known local orator and historian. The history of the West is not just the story of men. It is the story of men and women. This is Jack's first talk on the fascinating story of some of the women on the Arizona frontier, and a […]

Take a musical journey through Polynesia and explore the rich history of the cultures that make up the island region. Enjoy exciting live performances, participate in dance workshops, and learn about traditional and contemporary instruments.

Beginning January 17, 2026, Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, located at 3830 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, will present Curt Walters: Resilience, an exhibition showcasing 20 exceptional […]

Free Family Event and School Fair to celebrate Arizona National School Choice Week 2026! Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm    Free entrance to explore the Children's Museum; Interact with schools to see all of the choices for your students K-12; Balloon Drop; Refreshments; Face Painting; Photo Booth; DJ; NSCW dance; Student Performances and More!!! […]

Celebrate Indigenous Culture in Scottsdale Discover a vibrant, cultural-rich experience at the Arizona Indian Festival — held annually in the heart of Scottsdale and produced by the Arizona American Indian […]

The Parada del Sol Historic Parade has been a Scottsdale tradition for more than 70 years. The streets of Old Town Scottsdale welcome more than 35,000 spectators and nearly 150 […]

Jack's back! Join us as we welcome Jack Lasseter, well known local orator and historian, as he shares the epic story of the Buffalo soldiers out West, Black troopers in […]

Set in the storied landscape of southern Arizona, the documentary “Munguía Rancher – San Pedro River Valley” explores the enduring legacy of mestizo families who shaped the region’s ranching heritage […]

Join public historian Alex La Pierre for a fascinating presentation that explores the maritime expeditions that charted the Gulf of California-known to the Spanish as the Sea of Cortez-and their […]