The Arizona State Museum is hosting an illustrated talk called "Navajo Baskets: Evolution and Revolution." The talk will be from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, March 15, 2013. The talk is open to the public and free to attend. It will take place in the CESL auditorium.
The "Navajo Baskets: Evolution and Revolution" talk will be presented by Georgiana Kennedy Simpson, who is a third generation Indian art trader. During the talk she will discuss the origins and evolution of Navajo ceremonial basket weaving. The event will also include a basket sale before and after the lecture. Additionally, a reception will follow the lecture.
About the Arizona State Museum: This museum is located on the University of Arizona's campus at 1013 E University Blvd. The Arizona State Museum first opened in 1893 making it the oldest as well as the largest anthropology museum in the Southwest United States. Admission is $5 for ages 18 and up. Admission is free for those under 18 as well as for U of A and PCC students with ID. The museum is open from 10am to 5pm Mondays through Saturdays. It is normally closed on Sundays as well as state and federal holidays.
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