Learn how to focus on the present and live in the moment with a free, 30-minute mindfulness session. Scientific studies show the art of Mindfulness can relieve anxiety, depression, pain, and stress and actually change the way you feel, think, work and play by opening new pathways in the brain. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction was developed at the University of Massachusetts Medical School in 1979 by physicist Jon Kabat-Zinn.    To learn more about Hospice of the Valley Mindfulness classes or to register, call (602) 530-6900 or visit hov.org/mindfulness.   No RSVP required. Mindfulness Sessions are free and open to the public and occur weekly, rain or shine, at the Dorrance Sculpture Garden. If excessive heat or rain occurs, t... (View more)

Free admission for Members plus $3 materials fee. For non-Members, tickets are $3 per person plus General Admission. 10:30am - 12:00pm (ages 4-7) and 2:00pm - 4:00pm (ages 8-12) Family Workshops are hands-on experiences for children and adults to explore the Museum together! Our Museum Educators will guide your family in looking closely in the galleries and making your own work of art to take home. In this workshop, we will examine the vibrant murals of Teotihuacan. Please choose between one of two sessions. The morning session is designed with the learning needs of children 4-7 years old in mind while the afternoon session is geared towards learners ages 8-12. Younger and older siblings are welcome at either session.    10:3... (View more)

Make It! is a hands-on art-making space for all ages and abilities. Join Phoenix-based artists and museum staff to be inspired by works of art from the Museum’s collection or current exhibitions.  Each month features a different object and art-making technique, and a chance to explore new materials, perspectives, and ways of connecting with art. Make It! occurs twice a month. Wednesday session is open to the public during Pay-What-You-Wish Wednesdays; Saturday session is free for Members and included in General Admission.

Free for Museum Members $10 for General Admission Available starting December 3, 2018.   Join Chef Maria Parra Cano from Sana Sana Foods as she demonstrates the process of making tamales. Lean how to use plant-based ancestral foods to create delicious traditional Mexican dishes.    Please note that this class is demonstration only. Participants will enjoy a taste of each recipe shared by our Chef. All samples are made in a vegan kitchen, please email education@phxart.org with any dietary restrictions.    Chef Maria Parra Cano is owner & mami-preneur of Sana Sana Foods. Maria is a Xicana Indigena born in Phoenix and grew up in Barrio Garfield with her 5 sisters and 2 brothers. Mari... (View more)