Event
Cultural Demonstrations | Desert View Watchtower - South Rim | with April Unkestine (Zuni Silversmith), Gloria Chee (Diné/Navajo Beader and Wood Carver) and Leo Chee (Diné/Navajo Silversmith)
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Fee:
Free.Location: LAT/LONG: 36.044100, -111.826161
Starting from the main Desert View parking area, a short .25 mile (.4 km) walk takes you past restrooms, the general store/market and the trading post. From there, take the paved footpath that will bring you to the base of the Watchtower. Meet our demonstrators inside on the first floor, in the circular room with large picture windows.
Repeating Event
Days:
Every day
Dates:
August 04, 2025 to August 05, 2025
Time:
9:00 AM
Duration:
7 hours
Type of Event
Cultural/Craft Demonstration
Demonstrations will take place inside Desert View Watchtower from 9 am - 4 pm.
Description
Desert View Watchtower from 9 am to 4 pm.
Monday and Tuesday — August 4 and 5, 2025
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April Unkestine (Zuni) – Silversmith whose inlay jewelry captures Zuni iconography with striking detail.
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Gloria Chee (Diné/Navajo) – Beader and wood carver crafting colorful, meaningful works rooted in Diné traditions.
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Leo Chee (Diné/Navajo) – Accomplished silversmith known for bold, handcrafted traditional jewelry.
Meet and talk with April, Gloria and Leo, while they create and showcase their work in the Desert View Watchtower.
- The Cultural Demonstration program provides an opportunity for park visitors and community members to interact with tribal artisans from Grand Canyon's traditionally associated tribes - and for them to share their history and crafts, along with the skills, knowledge, and efforts involved in creating their craft and art.
- This series is made possible with grants from Grand Canyon Conservancy.
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Reservation or Registration: No
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