Plan Your Year with the Museum of Indigenous People’s 2026 Calendar of Events
- MIP Author

- Jan 1
- 2 min read
Updated: 20 hours ago

There’s something special about having a full year of meaningful experiences to look forward to — and now you can.
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.
A Year of Culture, Community & Connection
From art auctions and artist demonstrations to seasonal traditions and family-friendly gatherings, each event offers a unique way to experience Native art, storytelling, music, and heritage in Prescott.
Some annual highlights include:
Indigenous People’s Day celebration
Artist weekends and special exhibitions
Member-exclusive sales in the Trading Post
Many of these events have become cherished traditions for families across Arizona and beyond.
Why Plan Ahead?
Our events often bring together multi-generational families, homeschool groups, collectors, educators, and visitors traveling through Prescott. Having the full calendar available allows you to:
Coordinate group visits
Schedule educational outings
Plan holiday traditions
Invite friends and relatives to meaningful community events
If you’ve attended before, you know these gatherings fill the museum with warmth, conversation, and cultural exchange.
If you haven’t yet joined us, this is your year.
Mark Your Calendar
Don’t miss out on the events that matter most to you.
Visit our official Events page for full details, times, and updates:
We look forward to welcoming you to the Museum of Indigenous People throughout 2026 — a year of culture, learning, and community.
Check the site for details as some dates and times are subject to change.
January
Museum Reopens
February
Auction Consignment Intake (by appointment)
March
Rug Auction Preview & Art Auction
Navajo Rug & Indian Art Auction
April
Artist Weekend Series (Lecture & Pottery Firing)
May
Mata Ortiz Show & Sale
June
Annual Backpack Drive
Consignment Market Intake
July
Consignment Market
August
Auction Consignment Intake
September
Navajo Indian Art Auction
Navajo Rug & Indian Art Auction
October
Indigenous People’s Day Celebration
November
First Fire Fall Fundraiser
December
Member Sale
Christmas Indian Art Market
Storytellers
New Year’s Eve Sobriety Powwow




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