Arts & Humanities

Mountain Artists Guild Open Studio: Portraiture

Mountain Artists Guild 228 N Alarcon Street, Prescott, AZ

Drop-in open studio. Friday mornings from 9:00 AM to noon. $15 members and $20 non-members. Oil & Acrylic Painting open studio sessions are offered on Wed. See website for shows and exhibits in the galleries and for special events, including the Prescott Fine Art & Wine Festival on the weekend of Aug. 3 & 4.

Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Prescott

Downtown Prescott 100 S. Montezuma Street, Prescott, Arizona

The Prescott Chamber of Commerce offers 90-minute free walking tours of the historic downtown. Stroll through history and learn about Prescott’s storied past! Offered most Fri./Sat./Sun. Gather at 9:50 AM in front of the Visitor Information Center at 117 W. Goodwin St. Call ahead to confirm. Donations are appreciated. Special tours are available upon request ... Read more

Third Friday Chamber Music at the Library

Prescott Public Library Prescott, Arizona

Enjoy music by local chamber players and special guests at the Third Friday Chamber Music Series. Free admission with limited seating. Arrive early.

Discover Native History & Culture

Museum of Indigenous People 147 N Arizona Avenue, Prescott, AZ

Exhibits include prehistoric and contemporary examples of indigenous cultural and artistic materials from the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico. The museum has special exhibits, art auctions and other special events throughout the year. Located at 147 N. Arizona Ave. in Prescott.

AZ Phil Among the Pines

Highlands Center for Natural History 1375 S. Walker Rd., Prescott, AZ

The Arizona Philharmonic will perform at the Highlands Center Kiwanis Amphitheater on Sat. 8/17 at 7:00 PM. Tickets available online. Featuring the AZ Phil’s Scott Richardson on clarinet, Bryn Cannon on viola and Barb Metz on cello performing a selection of classical music, Americana, and other styles. Tickets $35/members and $40 nonmembers.

Prescott Art Docents – The Mystery of Art

Suze’s Prescott Center for the Arts 208 N Marina Street, Prescott, AZ

Community members are invited to attend this special event and learn about becoming a member of the Prescott Art Docents. Join us for a short welcome introduction and a scavenger hunt and stop by tables showcasing each of our “sharing the love of art” program tables! Takes place in the Artist Lounge at Suze’s Prescott ... Read more

Explore Prescott’s History

Sharlot Hall Museum 415 W Gurley Street, Prescott, AZ

Located in downtown Prescott at 415 W. Gurley St. The history museum has exhibits, galleries, gardens and historic buildings. Open Tue. to Sat. 10:00 AM-5:00 PM and 12:00-4:00 PM on Sundays. Check the museum website for info on Pop Up Programs, Living History Adventures, lectures and other special events. General admission gives access for two ... Read more

Summer Series: “The Tale of Two Cousins” presented by TBD.

Sharlot Hall Museum 415 W Gurley Street, Prescott, AZ

This fundraising event begins with a light reception at 4:30 PM on the red brick patio in front of the Transportation Building followed by a short presentation and Q&A. This is a tale of the good and the bad: First Territorial Governor John N. Goodwin and his distant cousin, Richard “Dick” Broadwell of the Dalton ... Read more

Explore Prescott’s Western Heritage

The Western Heritage Center is located on Historic Whiskey Row and is open Wednesday through Sunday. Explore the exhibits and learn about Prescott’s western history and culture. The WHC also hosts lectures and book signings. See Facebook page for event updates. Free admission!

New Exhibit at the ‘Tis Gallery

New exhibit opens today in the Main Gallery: “Black and White with a Splash of Color 2024.” Located at 105 S. Cortez St. in Prescott. See website for current and upcoming gallery exhibits, as well as classes in the ‘Tis Annex Art Education Building.

Bronzesmith Foundry Tour

Bronzesmith Fine Art Foundry & Gallery in Prescott Valley offers foundry tours every Thursday at 11:00 AM. Learn about the lost wax process of bronze casting. Fun and informative! The cost is $20 per person and advance reservations are required. Individuals and small groups are welcome.

$20

Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Prescott

Downtown Prescott 100 S. Montezuma Street, Prescott, Arizona

The Prescott Chamber of Commerce offers 90-minute free walking tours of the historic downtown. Stroll through history and learn about Prescott’s storied past! Offered most Fri./Sat./Sun. Gather at 9:50 AM in front of the Visitor Information Center at 117 W. Goodwin St. Call ahead to confirm. Donations are appreciated. Special tours are available upon request ... Read more