Petrified Forest National Park has over thirty affiliated Tribes throughout the West. The Cultural Demonstration program at Petrified Forest National Park provides local artisans with the opportunity to share their cultural and historical connections to the region with park visitors. In providing the space for awareness and appreciation of the region's rich history and diverse cultures, the program is committed to dismantling the notion that certain stories and traditions are of the past and nothing more. Today, there is still an abundance of culture, tradition, and connections in the Petrified Forest region. We strive to provide a unique experience for park visitors. Demonstrations take place between 10 am and 3 pm at the Painted Desert Inn. Schedule is subject to change without notice. Depending on the demonstration there may be items for sale. The demonstration shared by our artists is the main event. If you are interested in applying to become a cultural demonstrator (i.e. not simply a vendor) at Petrified Forest National Park, please call (928) 524-6228 ext. 274.
Cultural Demonstration May 2024 (schedule subject to change without notice) 1-2 Dee Jackson, Diné (Navajo)/Yavapai Apache beader/jeweler 3-5 Mae Horseman, Diné (Navajo) beader and weaver 6-8 Rosabelle Shepherd and daughter Arielle Tsinigine and grandson Sage Goldtooth, Diné (Navajo) silversmiths, beaders, and artists 9-10 Max 11-12 Alice Hawthorn and daughter Angeline, Diné (Navajo) weavers 13-16 Cecilia Begay, Diné (Navajo) beader and jeweler 17-19 Tatianna Darmer, Nakai Diné (Navajo)/Cherokee Kiawa (Apache) Clan, beader and jeweler Outside: LeeAnn Goatson, Diné (Navajo) beading both by stringing and on a loom, and Jane Benally, Diné (Navajo) jewelry 20-22 Eleanor Yazzie and Gloria Bizardi, Diné (Navajo) beaders and jewelers 23-24 Jacob & Lucille Smith, Diné (Navajo) weaver & grandson sharing stories about his Navajo Codetalker grandfather 25-27 Duane Tawahongva, Hopi Silversmith (silver overlay) 28-29 Evelyn Begay and daughter Veronica, Diné (Navajo) beaders and jewelers 30-June 2 Dee Jackson, Diné (Navajo)/Yavapai Apache beader/jeweler |
Last updated: May 19, 2024