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DTPR JULY THROUGH AUGUST 2025 / COVER STORY
A Smithsonian Gem Celebrating Western Heritage
Located in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale’s Art District, this
Smithsonian-affiliate is a true architectural and collections
treasure. As an emblem of the American West’s rich history,
culture, and art, this museum offers an immersive journey
that’s perfect for visitors of all ages. The museum celebrates
the diverse stories and iconic figures that shaped the West—
from legendary cowboys and Native American tribes to pioneering
explorers and contemporary artists. More Old Town Scottsdale
info: https://oldtownscottsdaleaz.com/
With their vibrant summer programs, it’s the ultimate destination
to stay cool and inspired this season, and now is the time to
catch the action with the museum’s Summer Promotion: “It’s Cool
in Here, and Even Cooler with Our BOGO (Buy One Get One)
Admission Offer.” Visit https://westernspirit.org/cool-frontier/ and
use code BOGODP.
It’s Cool in Here, and Even Cooler with Our BOGO
Admission Offer!
Take a trip through the galleries and experience the West from
every corner of your imagination. Now through September 30,
bring a partner for FREE with their BOGO (Buy One Get One)
admission special. It’s cool in here, and even cooler with this
exclusive offer. Use code BOGODP to redeem your free adult
or senior admission and immerse yourself in the stunning
exhibits currently on view:
• A Decade of Western Spirit
• A Fistful of Colors
• Women of the Southwest: A Legacy of Painting
• People, Places, Predicaments: John Clymer’s West
• Collecting Stories: John Coleman Bronzes from the
Collection of Frankie and Howard Alper
• Canvas of Clay: Hopi Pottery Masterworks from The
Allan and Judith Cooke Collection
• Courage & Crossroads: A Visual Journey through the
American West
• The Abe Hays Family Spirit of the West Collection
Find details on each of the current exhibits here:
https://westernspirit.org/visit/exhibitions/
Artist Tuesdays Are Back!
This summer, the galleries become extra alive with creativity
and inspiration. Every Tuesday in July and August, from 10:00
a.m. to 1:00 p.m., a talented group of local artists set up shop
inside the museum. They’ll be painting, drawing, and creating
art right before your eyes, offering visitors a chance to witness
the artistic process firsthand. It’s a vibrant, interactive way to
experience the West through the eyes of local and regional
artists, many associated with the nearby Scottsdale Artists
School.
https://www.scottsdaleartschool.org/
Western Spirit
Scottsdale’s Museum of the West
Photography by: Greg Bernstein