Fountain Hills: seasonal programs planned at the museum
River of Time Museum & Exploration Center will host upcoming tours, Holiday Mart and exhibits
The Holiday Mart runs through Dec. 20, and is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Photo courtesy of the River of Time
Clissene Lewis is the director of the FMYN Cultural Center & Museum.
Photo courtesy of the River of Time
The view of Four Peaks from Rosa’s Ranch during the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation / River of Time Cultural Tour.
Photo courtesy of the River of Time
The River of Time Museum & Exploration Center has launched several seasonal programs and events, including the return of its Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Cultural Tour, the annual Holiday Mart fundraiser, guided Milestone Sculpture Art Tours and the ongoing “50 Years of Community Spirit” exhibit in the We Are Here Gallery.
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation / River of Time Cultural Tour
The Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Cultural Tours have reopened for the season with an expanded and updated itinerary. This year’s tour is led by Clissene Lewis, director of the FMYN Cultural Center & Museum.
You must be a member to read this story.
Join our family of readers starting at $5 for your first month and support local, unbiased journalism.
The River of Time Museum & Exploration Center has launched several seasonal programs and events, including the return of its Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Cultural Tour, the annual Holiday Mart fundraiser, guided Milestone Sculpture Art Tours and the ongoing “50 Years of Community Spirit” exhibit in the We Are Here Gallery.
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation / River of Time Cultural Tour
The Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Cultural Tours have reopened for the season with an expanded and updated itinerary. This year’s tour is led by Clissene Lewis, director of the FMYN Cultural Center & Museum.
Tour stops include the Sovereignty Day Memorial Statue, H’man Shawa, the Early Childhood School and garden, Rosa’s Ranch and the FMYN Cultural Center and Museum.
Eight tour dates remain between December and April.
For information or ticket purchases, call 480-837-2612 or visit riveroftime.center/tours.
Holiday Mart 2025
Holiday Mart runs through Dec. 20, and is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The annual fundraiser features high-end holiday décor collected and prepared throughout the year.
This season includes a large collection of Santa figurines and specialty holiday items.
Santa will appear each Saturday through Dec. 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for photos and candy cane distribution.
Milestone Sculpture Art Tours
Milestone Sculpture Tours have resumed for the season, showcasing a selection of the more than 150 public art pieces in Fountain Hills.
Guided tours of the Centennial Park sculptures are held twice monthly on the second Wednesday and last Saturday through April.
Tours highlight artists, production techniques, and the history behind selected works.
Tickets are available at 480-837-2612 or riveroftime.center/tours.
We Are Here Gallery - current exhibit
The We Are Here Gallery continues to feature “50 Years of Community Spirit: Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden,” a temporary exhibit exploring the 50-year history of the local Desert Botanical Garden.
Comments
No comments on this item Please log in to comment by clicking here