Downtown Prescott recently welcomed the Road to 250 Arizona Traveling Museum and Liberty Bell Exhibit, bringing history to life through interactive displays and community engagement. The event opened with a land acknowledgment by Manuel Lucero of the Museum of Indigenous People, honoring the region’s deep Indigenous roots. As the first stop on a 15-county journey, Prescott set the tone for a statewide celebration of shared history and diverse voices.

The Museum of Indigenous People will host the Mata Ortiz Pottery Show & Sale on May 2–3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Visitors can meet featured artists, watch live pottery demonstrations and firings, and purchase finely crafted works rooted in centuries-old traditions from northern Chihuahua, Mexico. Select freshly fired pieces will be auctioned, offering a rare opportunity to acquire one-of-a-kind contemporary pottery.

The Museum of Indigenous People’s journey is one of reflection, accountability, and renewal. In a recent Flagstaff Business News feature, Executive Director Manuel Lucero discusses the museum’s evolution — from acknowledging its complex origins to strengthening partnerships with Native communities. The article highlights ongoing efforts to preserve Indigenous history while building a future centered on authenticity, education, and cultural integrity.

The new Museum of Indigenous People 2026 Calendar of Events is here, filled with opportunities to gather, learn, celebrate, and connect with Indigenous culture throughout the year. Whether you’re planning: A family outing A homeschool or classroom field trip A meaningful New Year’s Eve celebration A cultural weekend experience A holiday tradition Or something special to share with out-of-town guests Our calendar makes it easy to plan ahead.

The “Rez Dogz” exhibit invited visitors to explore the cultural presence and symbolism of reservation dogs within Indigenous communities. Through photography and contemporary interpretation, the exhibition celebrated humor, resilience, and everyday life, offering a meaningful look at how storytelling and art reflect identity and community experience.

Museums have long shaped public understanding of Indigenous histories but who decides how those stories are told? This new research examines how Arizona institutions are confronting colonial legacies and shifting narrative power.

Hopi artist and Army veteran Filmer “Fil” Kewanyama blends ancestral tradition with contemporary expression to promote healing and peace. Drawing from Hopi ceremony and symbolism, his art reflects identity, resilience, and spiritual balance. After overcoming PTSD, he now shares creative healing with fellow veterans, using storytelling and visual expression to build connection and understanding.