Cultural Demonstrations

Cultural Demonstrators at Painted Desert Inn National Historic Landmark.

NPS

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.

At that time demonstrations take place between 10 am and 3 pm at the Painted Desert Inn National Historic Landmark. 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.

 

June 2025 Cultural Demonstrations
(schedule subject to change without notice)
1 Duane Tawahongva, Hopi Silversmith (silver overlay)

3-5 Evelyn Begay and daughter Veronica, Diné (Navajo) beaders and jewelers.

6-8 Maxentia Huskon, Diné (Navajo), beadwork, pottery, and dreamcatchers.

9-10 Eleanor Yazzie, Diné (Navajo) beader and jeweler.

11-13 Tatianna Darmer and Mae Horseman, Diné (Navajo) beaders and jewelers.

14-15 Alice Hawthorn and daughter Angeline, Diné (Navajo) weavers.

16-17 Penelope Joe, Diné (Navajo) painter and silversmith.

18-20 Rosabelle Shepherd with daughter Arielle Tsinigine, Diné (Navajo) silversmiths, beaders, and artists.

23-24 Gloria Bizardi, Diné (Navajo) beader and jeweler.

25-27 Cecilia Begay, Diné (Navajo) beader and jeweler.

28-29 LeeAnn Goatson, Diné (Navajo) beading both by stringing and on a loom, and Jane Benally, Diné (Navajo) jewelry.