Events at Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West

Sep 30

Earn the Taliesin West Fun Patch!

Earn the Taliesin West Fun Patch! During this workshop, girls will take a tour of Taliesin West and learn about Frank Lloyd Wright and his architectural designs. Then they will get to design their own floor plans and begin work on their own 3D model building to take home! The Taliesin West Fun Patch IS […]

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Oct 5

IN CONVERSATION ONLINE – Frank Vaccaro on Tony Vaccaro

Explore the Life and Lens of Legendary Photographer Tony Vaccaro! Michael A. “Tony” Vaccaro (1922 – 2022), was an American photographer perhaps best known for his World War II photos. After the war, he became a fashion and lifestyle photographer for American magazines, capturing the joys and beauties of the world we live in. He […]

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Oct 10

Homeschool Explorations Organic Architecture 101 (ages 6-8)

Frank Lloyd Wright’s designs were all based on the principles of organic architecture. What is that? During this lesson, students will explore this architectural philosophy and learn how the natural world helped inspire some of the world’s most beautiful buildings. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Price: Homeschool Student $15.00 register Photo: Frank Lloyd Wright […]

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Oct 12

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Taliesin West Walk

Join us Thursday, October 12 at 9:30 a.m. for a special tour of the Taliesin West grounds beyond our “Historic Core”. This special peek behind the curtain will wander the paths surrounding Taliesin West. These are the same paths that apprentices walked for inspiration and materials. Take a walk through time and see the valley […]

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Oct 12

Homeschool Explorations Organic Architecture 101 (ages 9-11)

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Oct 12

Sunsets & Sips

Sip in style at Taliesin West’s most popular program, Sunsets & Sips! With views of the city below, we invite you to linger and mingle with a beverage in hand. Enjoy the serene outdoor pathways of Taliesin West and visit 1-2 indoor spaces that vary each time you visit. Anthony Mazzella delivers a musical showcase […]

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Oct 14

Mindfulness Yoga & Crystal Bowl with Harumi Maejima

In today’s modern world, we so rarely find time to Be, constantly inundated with messages of productivity. If there is a lesson that Wright often preached that seldom gets revisited today, it is that there is learning to be done in rest. To honor Wright’s belief in appreciating the beautiful harmony of nature and humankind and […]

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Oct 14

ABC Story Hour: Architecture, Books, and Crafts

Taliesin West offers a STEAM based story and craft hour, FREE of charge for our youngest visitors and their parents or guardians. This program is taught in our outdoor classroom so that children can be inspired by the same Sonoran Desert landscape that sparked Frank Lloyd Wright’s imagination 80 years ago. The selected book […]

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Oct 20

American Icons Wright & O’Keeffe

Special Exhibition Included with Your Highlights Audio or In-Depth Guided Tour Ticket

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Oct 21

Daisy Outdoor Art Maker

Girls and their families will take a highlights tour of Taliesin West; Frank Lloyd Wright’s historic home. Located in the Sonoran Desert, Taliesin West is the perfect place to get inspired! Girls will explore the colors of nature, go on a nature sound scavenger hunt, and create a watercolor painting outdoors. Before leaving, they will […]

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Oct 21

TW LIVE – Mike Kocour Jazz Band

The fostering of artistic growth and experimentation was never lost on the Wrights and Kocour’s ability to draw you into his world of jazz sounds, set within the stunning backdrop of Taliesin West’s historic Music Pavilion, will leave you in awe at the meeting of architectural and artistic passion. *Please note that this program grants […]

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Oct 21

Tai Chi with Rasoul Amin Sobhani

Tai Chi creates a sense of harmony between humans and their environment. In Tai Chi, this is achieved through the flowing movements of the form, which are based on the principles of yin and yang. These principles represent the two opposing forces in nature, such as darkness and light, or movement and stillness. The goal […]

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Lois Davidson Gottlieb (apprentice 1948-1949) weaving on the loom at Taliesin West.

Oct 24

Homeschool Explorations Textiles at Taliesin West: Weaving (ages 6-8)

At Taliesin West, there is a long history of weaving and textile arts. In this lesson, students will engage with this tradition, learn about the history of weaving, and create their own woven art piece Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Price: Homeschool Student $15.00 register Photo: Lois Davidson Gottlieb (apprentice 1948-1949) weaving on the […]

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Oct 26

Homeschool Explorations Textiles at Taliesin West: Weaving (ages 9-11)

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Oct 26

Sunsets & Sips *Member Bonus

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Oct 31

Friday Night Films – Psycho

Catch a classic film in a timeless space! Weekly film viewings were an essential part of life at Taliesin West, and special rooms were created just for these screenings. Join us as we screen old-Hollywood favorites in our Cabaret Theater and discover why film was so essential to life at Taliesin West. Our feature is […]

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Nov 1

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAMS: Taliesin West Talk

Join us Wednesday, November 1 at Taliesin West for a special talk with Fred Prozzillo, our Nord McClintock Family Vice President of Preservation and Collections. We will meet in the Garden Room for an intimate conversation about the room itself! Fred will walk us through the history and evolution of the Garden Room, as well […]

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Nov 2

IN CONVERSATION – Sir Jonathan Bate on Arcadia and Idealized Landscapes

When we think of the landscapes of the stories we tell, they are often lush, beautiful, and at one with nature. Join us as Sir Jonathan Bate, Foundation Professor of Environmental Humanities in Global Futures, the School of Sustainability, and the College of Liberal Arts, discusses the literary concept of Arcadia, idealized landscapes, and how […]

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Nov 4

Mindfulness Walk with McDowell Sonoran Conservancy Stewards

Join us at Taliesin West along with the Stewards of the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy for mindfulness walks where we’ll practice finding inner peace through connecting with nature. We’ll meet at the ticketing kiosk, then take a short walk through the Historic Core that leads out into the desert, walking on a path against the McDowell […]

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Nov 9

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Taliesin West Walk

Join us Thursday, November 9 at 9:30 a.m. for a special tour of the Taliesin West grounds beyond our “Historic Core”. This special peek behind the curtain will wander the paths surrounding Taliesin West. These are the same paths that apprentices walked for inspiration and materials. Take a walk through time and see the valley […]

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Nov 9

Sunsets & Sips

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Nov 11

Workshops For Adults – Introduction to Creative Writing 1-Day Workshop

Introduction to Creative Writing with Faculty from Scottsdale Community College Have you ever wanted to share your story ideas with the world, but not known where to start? Join us for this one-day introduction to creative writing, taught by faculty from Scottsdale Community College’s Creative Writing Program. Participants will learn the core principles of nonfiction, […]

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Nov 11

ABC Story Hour: Architecture, Books, and Crafts

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Nov 14

Homeschool Explorations Frank Lloyd Wright’s Furniture (ages 6-8)

Students will learn that Frank Lloyd Wright designed unique pieces of furniture to bring the interiors of his buildings to life. They will then design their own furniture pieces and create a model to demonstrate their ideas. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Price: Homeschool Student $15.00 register

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Nov 16

Homeschool Explorations Frank Lloyd Wright’s Furniture (ages 9-11)

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Nov 17

SOLD OUT! Friday Night Films – Goldfinger

SOLD OUT! Catch a classic film in a timeless space! Weekly film viewings were an essential part of life at Taliesin West, and special rooms were created just for these screenings. Join us as we screen old-Hollywood favorites in our Cabaret Theater and discover why film was so essential to life at Taliesin West. Our […]

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browine scouts drawing pictures at Taliesin West

Nov 18

Brownie Outdoor Art Creator

During this workshop, each scout will see a few highlights of Frank Lloyd Wright’s home, Taliesin West. Girls will use their senses in nature, create their own wind chime, and draw a geometric abstract nature design. Each of our activities connects to Frank Lloyd Wright and his love of nature! Date: Saturday, November 18, 2023; […]

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Nov 18

TW LIVE – Howard Alden

“He may be the best of his generation,” writes Owen Cordle in JazzTimes. George Kanzler of the Newark Star Ledger proclaims that he is “the most impressive and creative member of a new generation of jazz guitarists.” And Chip Deffaa of the New York Post observed that he is “…one of the very finest young […]

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Photo of Fallingwater courtesy of the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy.

Nov 28

Homeschool Explorations Building with Balance: Cantilevers (ages 6-8)

Students will learn about how architects use cantilevers to lift their buildings into the air, soaring over rivers and ravines. They will then explore concepts of balance and use their new knowledge to build unique balancing sculptures. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Price: Homeschool Student $15.00 register Photo: Fallingwater courtesy of the Western Pennsylvania […]

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Nov 30

Homeschool Explorations Building with Balance: Cantilevers (ages 9-11)

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Nov 30

Sunsets & Sips *Member Bonus

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Dec 2

Mindfulness Walk with McDowell Sonoran Conservancy Stewards

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Dec 6

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Virtual Taliesin Talk

Join us Wednesday, December 6 for an insider look at Wight’s Bedroom and South Wing at Taliesin. Led by our Wisconsin Preservation Team, we’ll (virtually) take members behind the scenes of a large restoration project. Via Zoom, Members will be able to see the current state of these rooms, as well as learn about the […]

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Dec 7

IN CONVERSATION – Ron Broglio on Desert Animals

Residents and visitors to the Sonoran Desert know it is filled with creatures and critters of all shapes and sizes. What we don’t think about is how those animals impact our lives, and how our lives impact theirs. Join us as Director of the Institute for Humanities Research at Arizona State University, Ron Broglio, discusses […]

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Dec 9

Discovery Days

Taliesin West invites you to uncover the exciting world of art, architecture, and nature at Discovery Days. Learn all about the work and impact of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, while exploring our grounds and spaces at your own pace, from performances to participatory activities led by various Foundation departments, ask-me stations, and crafts for […]

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Dec 9

ABC Story Hour: Architecture, Books, and Crafts

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Dec 12

Homeschool Explorations Holiday Treasure Boxes (ages 6-8)

When Frank Lloyd Wright lived at Taliesin West with his students, they would create special gift boxes for him at Christmas. These gift boxes were often elaborately painted and hid special artworks or poems inside. In this tradition, students will create their own winter holiday boxes that can hide small notes and treasures. Time: 9:30 […]

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Dec 14

Homeschool Explorations Holiday Treasure Boxes (ages 9-11)

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Dec 14

Sunsets & Sips

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Dec 15

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Taliesin West Walk

Join us Friday, December 15 at 4:30 p.m. for a special tour of the Taliesin West grounds beyond our “Historic Core”. This special peek behind the curtain will wander the paths surrounding Taliesin West. These are the same paths that apprentices walked for inspiration and materials. Take a walk through time and see the valley […]

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Dec 18

Camp Taliesin West – Under Pressure (1-Day Camp Experience ages 9-12)

During this camp, campers will take a tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s home, Taliesin West. They will then learn how architects deal with different forces in their designs, such as gravity, friction, tension, and compression. We will play fun games to learn about these forces, and then construct bridges to test what we’ve learned! *Registration […]

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Dec 20

Camp Taliesin West – Don’t Take Rocks for Granite (1-Day Camp Experience ages 8-10)

This camp is bigger and BOULDER than any other 1-day camp experience! Learn about the desert masonry walls of Taliesin West, made from the rocks of the Sonoran Desert floor. Campers will get to make their own project using real cement, learn about the rock cycle, and discover why rocks are, of QUARTZ, the coolest […]

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Dec 21

Sunsets & Sips *Member Bonus

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Dec 22

SOLD OUT! Friday Night Films – White Christmas

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Dec 22

Camp Taliesin West – Cookie Construction (1-Day Camp Experience ages 8-10)

During this holiday themed 1-day camp, campers will see Frank Lloyd Wright’s home, Taliesin West. They will learn about Wright’s architectural principles, and practice drawing their own floor plans for the edible house of their dreams. Before the day ends, they will take home a gingerbread house of their own making, inspired by Frank Lloyd […]

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Dec 27

Camp Taliesin West – Totally Cool Climates (3-Day Camp Experience ages 8-10)

During this special wintry camp, campers will learn how architects and animals build homes for different environments. Campers will conduct experiments about insulation and build an architectural model for a snowy landscape. As a seasonal treat, campers will be able to design a home using edible, seasonal materials. *Registration includes a daily catered lunch for […]

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Jan 11

Sunsets & Sips

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Jan 11

IN CONVERSATION ONLINE – Ayad Rahmani on Wright and Emerson

In his life, Wright would famously name only three influences: the Froebel gifts, Louis Sullivan, and the Japanese Woodblock Print. However, it is clear that literary and cultural works of his time also impacted his work and perspective. Join us as Washington State University Architecture Professor, Ayad Rahmani, discusses his new research and book on […]

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Jan 13

ABC Story Hour: Architecture, Books, and Crafts

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Jan 13

Mindfulness Walk with McDowell Sonoran Conservancy Stewards

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Jan 16

Homeschool Explorations Saguaro Skyscrapers: Wright’s Towers (ages 6-8)

In this lesson, students will learn about Wright’s mile-high skyscraper proposal featuring a structural element he called “the taproot.” They will also examine the internal structure of the skyscrapers of the desert, the Saguaro cactus, and utilize their new knowledge to build their own towers. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Price: Homeschool Student $15.00 […]

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Jan 18

MEMBERS-ONLY: Taliesin West Walk

Join us Thursday, January 18 at 5:00 p.m. for a special tour of the Taliesin West grounds beyond our “Historic Core”. This special peek behind the curtain will wander the paths surrounding Taliesin West. These are the same paths that apprentices walked for inspiration and materials. Take a walk through time and see the valley […]

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Jan 18

Homeschool Explorations Saguaro Skyscrapers: Wright’s Towers (ages 9-11)

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Jan 20

Brownie Design With Nature

Girls and their families will see a few highlights of Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter home, Taliesin West. Then, they will learn more about the Sonoran Desert which inspired him. They will calculate the age of a tree based on rings, explore the shape of beehives, practice their graphing and ratio skills, and finally create their […]

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Jan 20

Tai Chi with Rasoul Amin Sobhani

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Jan 23

Homeschool Explorations Japanese Block Printing (recommended for ages 6-8)

Frank Lloyd Wright was greatly inspired by Japanese woodblock prints and he collected them throughout his life. In this lesson, students will learn about the history of woodblock printing, Japanese art, and poetry, and make a woodblock inspired craft. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Price: Homeschool Student $15.00 register Collection of the Frank Lloyd […]

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Jan 25

Sunsets & Sips *Member Bonus

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Jan 25

Homeschool Explorations Japanese Block Printing (recommended for ages 9-11)

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Jan 26

Friday Night Films – The Magnificent Ambersons

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Jan 27

TW LIVE – Benjamin Cortez

Benjamin Cortez is a multi-instrumental musician who breathes new life into the classic music of the 60s and 70s with his soulful, high-energy performances on vocals, keyboards, guitar, bass guitar, and drums. His diverse musical sensibilities reflect the eclectic cultural landscape of his hometown: Phoenix, Arizona. Join us as Benjamin Cortez unique talents to Taliesin […]

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Jan 27

Workshops For Adults – All Levels Photography: (1-Day Workshop)

All Levels Photography: Taliesin West Inspirations with Andrew Pielage From the colors of the mountains to the shapes of the rocks, Wright’s buildings were inspired by the natural land around him. Find your own desert inspiration in this one-day, all-levels photography workshop! In the morning, you’ll learn how to capture the beauty of the Sonoran […]

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Jan 31

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Taliesin West Talk

Join us Wednesday, January 1 for an engaging look into Wright’s Broadacre City. As Wright envisioned it, Broadacre City would be a democratic city that would take advantage of modern technology and communications to decentralize the old notions of “city” and create an environment in which the individual would flourish. Led by Wright scholar and […]

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Feb 1

IN CONVERSATION – Adam Nocek on the Shaping Impact of Architecture and Design

Have you ever thought about how the architecture and design of spaces and objects around you shape who you are and how you think? Join us as Adam Nocek, Associate Professor in the Philosophy of Technology and Science and Technology Studies in the School of Arts, Media and Engineering at Arizona State University, discusses the […]

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Feb 3

Yoga Nidra & Sound Healing with Sarah Spearin

In today’s modern world, we so rarely find time to simply Be, constantly inundated with messages of productivity. If there is a lesson that Wright often preached that seldom gets revisited today, it is that there is learning to be done in rest. To honor Wright’s belief in appreciating the beautiful harmony of nature and humankind and […]

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Feb 3

Workshops For Adults – All Levels Photography: (2-Day Workshop)

All Levels Photography: Taliesin West Through Time with Andrew Pielage Join us for a two-day, all-levels experience photographing the land and spaces that shape the history of Taliesin West. This all-levels workshop will take students on a journey through the timeline of Taliesin West, starting with our natural desert landscape, into the historic spaces around […]

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Feb 6

Homeschool Explorations Urban Planning for Kids (recommended for ages 6-8)

What would a city designed by kids look like? In this lesson, students will learn about Frank Lloyd Wright’s Broadacre city design and the fundamentals of urban planning. Then, they will be challenged to design their own kid-friendly city. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Price: Homeschool Student $15.00 register

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Feb 8

Sunsets & Sips

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Feb 8

Homeschool Explorations Urban Planning for Kids (recommended for ages 9-11)

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Feb 10

ABC Hour: Architecture, Books, and Crafts

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Feb 10

Workshops For Adults – Desert Landscaping with Michele McGuinness (Half-Day Workshop)

Looking for a new way to keep your yard sustainable? Join Master Gardener Michele McGuinness for an in-depth class on landscape gardening in Arizona. Learn some of the little-known tips and tricks for maintaining your plants throughout the seasons and come away with a greater appreciation for the native southwestern landscape. This workshop includes an […]

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Feb 14

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Taliesin West Walk

Join us Wednesday, February 14 at 5:00 p.m. for a special tour of the Taliesin West grounds beyond our “Historic Core”. This special peek behind the curtain will wander the paths surrounding Taliesin West. These are the same paths that apprentices walked for inspiration and materials. Take a walk through time and see the valley […]

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Feb 14

Sunsets & Sips

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Feb 17

Earn the Taliesin West Fun Patch!

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Feb 17

Mindfulness Meditation & Crystal Bowl with Harumi Maejima

Come and join us on a wonderful path of mindful meditation using crystal bowls. This group setting provides the perfect environment for guiding us from unawareness to conscious existence. The meditative state is frequently described as a state of clarity in being. Each of us is progressing to this heightened awareness to varying extents, yet […]

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Feb 17

TW LIVE – Richard Brennan

A native of Rio Rico, Arizona, Richard Brennan blends the rich sounds of classical jazz music with his own soulful influence to create an entirely original sound. Composing original music that revels in energy and movement is what make’s Brennan’s work a must-see-live experience and there’s no better place to watch the magic unfold then […]

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Feb 20

Homeschool Explorations Painting in the Desert (recommended for ages 6-8)

Both Frank Lloyd Wright and painter Georgia O’Keeffe were heavily inspired by desert landscapes. In honor of the special exhibition currently on view at Taliesin West, this lesson will highlight outdoor painting, or “plein-air” practice. Students will learn about O’Keeffe’s legacy and create their own painting inspired by the desert. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 […]

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Feb 22

Sunsets & Sips *Member Bonus

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Feb 22

Homeschool Explorations Painting in the Desert (recommended for ages 9-11)

Both Frank Lloyd Wright and painter Georgia O’Keeffe were heavily inspired by desert landscapes. In honor of the special exhibition currently, on view at Taliesin West, this lesson will highlight outdoor painting, or “plein-air” practice. Students will learn about O’Keeffe’s legacy and create their own painting inspired by the desert. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 […]

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Feb 23

Friday Night Films – Sabrina

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Mar 2

Tai Chi with Rasoul Amin Sobhani

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Mar 5

Homeschool Explorations Engineering Power: Windmills (recommended for ages 6-8)

On Frank Lloyd Wright’s Wisconsin farm there stands a beautiful windmill that he built for his aunts. In this lesson, students will learn about different types of energy, wind resistance, and the history of wind power. Then, just like Wright, they will build a windmill that is both functional and beautiful. Time: 9:30 a.m. – […]

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Mar 7

IN CONVERSATION – Agapita Judy Lopez on Georgia O’Keeffe

American Icons: Frank Lloyd Wright and Georgia O’Keeffe explores the similarities and differences between two American masters, born in Wisconsin, who found homes in the Desert Southwest, as captured through the lens of photographer Tony Vaccaro. Join us as Agapita “Pita” Judy Lopez discusses her time as working at Georgia O’Keeffe’s home Abiquiú as O’Keeffe’s […]

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Mar 7

Homeschool Explorations Engineering Power: Windmills (recommended for ages 9-11)

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Mar 9

ABC Hour: Architecture, Books, and Crafts

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Mar 9

TW LIVE – We3

One of Arizona’s most beloved and sought-after Pianists, Nicole Pesce delights audiences across the country regularly with her virtuosity. Come experience the magic of her band We3 in one of the most intimate venues in the Valley, Taliesin West’s Music Pavilion theater, as she plays the keys once commanded by members of the Wright family […]

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Mar 9

Workshops For Adults – Intermediate/Advanced Creative Writing 2-Day Workshop

Intermediate/Advanced Creative Writing with Faculty from Scottsdale Community College Looking for inspiration for your next great written work? This intensive two-day workshop is designed for the intermediate or advanced creative writers seeking to grow their skills in an inspirational, world-renowned setting. Participants will have an opportunity to learn from Scottsdale Community College Creative Writing instructors […]

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Mar 11

Camp Taliesin West – Gimme Shelter (3-Day Camp Experience ages 9-11)

What is shelter? During this camp, we will explore the history of housing from ancient times to today! Campers will investigate and take inspiration from 80 years of apprentice shelters built in the desert by young architects at Taliesin West. Campers will design and build their own physical 3D model shelters taking inspiration from the […]

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Mar 13

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Taliesin West Walk

Join us Wednesday, March 13 at 9:30 a.m. for a special tour of the Taliesin West grounds beyond our “Historic Core”. This special peek behind the curtain will wander the paths surrounding Taliesin West. These are the same paths that apprentices walked for inspiration and materials. Take a walk through time and see the valley […]

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Mar 14

Sunsets & Sips

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Mar 16

Brownie Painting

Girls will look at paintings held in the collection at Frank Lloyd Wright’s home, Taliesin West. They will then get to paint the Sonoran Desert landscape, practice painting a “mood” of their choosing, and then get silly by trying to paint without brushes! Finally, they will work with their fellow Brownies to collaborate on a […]

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Mar 16

All Levels Hatha Yoga with Sarah Spearin

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Mar 16

Workshops For Adults – Succulent Gardening with Michele McGuinness and Gretchen Tittle (Half-Day Workshop)

Capable of surviving in harsh climates with little water, succulents are a beautiful and unique species that many people are fond of! Join Master Gardeners Michele McGuinness and Gretchen Tittle to learn more about how these special plants grow and thrive in the desert and then make a piece of living art that you can […]

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Mar 18

Camp Taliesin West – Design and Build Your Dream Space: Architectural Models (1-day Camp Experience)

This camp is recommended for ages 9-11. Campers will learn the basic principles of architecture and create a floor plan and a 3D scale model of their dream space. They will also explore Taliesin West, the desert home and studio of famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright. *Registration includes a catered lunch for your camper. Time: […]

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Mar 19

Homeschool Explorations Why are Blueprints Blue? (recommended for ages 6-8)

Students will learn about the photographic invention used to create blueprints, called the cyanotype process. In this lesson, students will learn about how this invention revolutionized architecture, dive into architectural drawings, and create a cyanotype print to take home. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Price: Homeschool Student $15.00 register

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Mar 20

Camp Taliesin West – Dream in Color: Interior Design (1-day Camp Experience)

This camp is recommended for ages 9-11. World-famous architect, Frank Lloyd Wright, not only designed buildings, but also, furniture, light fixtures, clothing, and tableware. In this interior design-focused session, day campers will learn about graphic design, color theory, and product making. Campers will draw inspiration from nature and go home with two handmade creations to […]

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Mar 21

Homeschool Explorations Why are Blueprints Blue? (recommended for ages 9-11)

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Mar 22

Camp Taliesin West – Design and Build Your Dream Space: Architectural Models (1-day Camp Experience)

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Mar 28

Sunsets & Sips *Member Bonus

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Mar 29

Friday Night Films – Vertigo

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Apr 3

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Taliesin West Talk

Join us Wednesday, April 4 at Taliesin West for a special talk with Fred Prozzillo, our Nord McClintock Family Vice President of Preservation and Collections. We will meet in the Garden Room for an intimate conversation, gathering insights about the history, preservation, and future of Taliesin West. This is a great opportunity to satisfy your […]

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Apr 4

Sunsets & Sips

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Apr 6

Mindfulness Meditation & Crystal Bowl with Harumi Maejima

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Apr 9

Homeschool Explorations Wright’s Windows: Stained Glass (recommended for ages 6-8)

Wright famously included stained glass in the windows of many of the homes he designed. His stained-glass patterns were often inspired by the natural world. Students will learn about abstraction, patterns, and the history of stained glass. They will also create their own stained-glass inspired artwork. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Price: Homeschool Student […]

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Apr 11

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Taliesin West Walk

Join us Thursday, May 9 at 8:00 a.m. for a special tour of the Taliesin West grounds beyond our “Historic Core”. This special peek behind the curtain will wander the paths surrounding Taliesin West. These are the same paths that apprentices walked for inspiration and materials. Take a walk through time and see the valley […]

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Apr 11

Homeschool Explorations Wright’s Windows: Stained Glass (recommended for ages 9-11)

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Apr 13

ABC Hour: Architecture, Books, and Crafts

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Apr 18

IN CONVERSATION ONLINE – Christine Madrid French on Classic Film, Architecture, and the Villain’s Lair

If Wright was the greatest architect of the 20th century, then Hitchcock was likely the greatest director. Join us as Christine Madrid French discusses her new book, The Architecture of Suspense, and how architecture, specifically the villain’s lair, becomes a character in Hitchcock’s classic films. Details: Links for virtual programs will be sent via email in […]

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Apr 20

Junior Outdoor Art Explorer

During this workshop, girls and their families will take a tour of Taliesin West and learn about Frank Lloyd Wright and his architectural designs. As outdoor explorers, girls will search for music in nature, and practice taking nature photographs. Additional projects include a wearable art piece inspired by wildlife and building shelters for bees. NOTE: Girls should […]

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Apr 20

TW LIVE – Blaise Lantana

Blaise Lantana works on both sides of the music business. Not solely a DJ for KJZZ-FM 91.5, she’s a jazz musician as well, singing at joints such as the Rhythm Room and My Florist Cafe. To hear rarities such as Carmen McRae’s’ “Ruby My Dear ” or Roy Hargrove’s “The Joint” along with standards from […]

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Apr 23

Homeschool Explorations Eco-Engineering (recommended for ages 6-8)

In honor of Earth Day, students will learn about sustainable building practices, passive solar design, and how Wright used these techniques at Taliesin West. Then, they will learn about solar power and make a mini solar craft Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Price: Homeschool Student $15.00 register Seth Peterson Cottage at Mirror Lake, Wisconsin. […]

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Apr 25

Homeschool Explorations Eco-Engineering (recommended for ages 9-11)

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Apr 25

Sunsets & Sips *Member Bonus

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Apr 26

Friday Night Films – Singin’ In The Rain

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Apr 30

Homeschool Explorations End of Year Homeschool Party (all ages welcome)

Celebrate the conclusion of this season’s Homeschool Explorations at Taliesin West! Students and families are invited to a morning of fun, games, and snacks. All ages are welcome. Registration is required for ages 6 to 12. Parents and children under 5 are free. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Price: Homeschool Student $15.00 register

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May 2

Sunsets & Sips

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May 4

Earn the Taliesin West Fun Patch

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May 4

Yoga Nidra & Sound Healing with Sarah Spearin

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May 9

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Taliesin West Walk

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May 15

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAMS: Virtual Taliesin Garden Tour

Join us Wednesday, May 15 for a Virtual Tour of Taliesin’s cultural landscape areas. Led by our Wisconsin Preservation Team, we’ll (virtually) take members on a Garden Tour around the Taliesin estate. Via Zoom, Members will be able to see the ‘what, why, and how’ of these garden’s impact and integration into the surrounding organic […]

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May 16

Sunsets & Sips *Member Bonus

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May 23

IN CONVERSATION ONLINE – Mark Borthwick on Mamah Borthwick

In Wright’s life story, a key (though briefly mentioned) character emerges: Mamah Borthwick. Mired with scandal and tragedy, Borthwick’s life is often simplified and sidelined. However, outside of the media frenzy that surrounded her relationship and untimely death was a life filled with bravery, accomplishment, and trailblazing work. Join us as Mark Borthwick discusses his […]

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May 31

Friday Night Films – Wizard of Oz

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Hosting your event at this architectural icon will be a special and memorable experience for your guests. For those who value one-of-a-kind experiences in iconic environments, Taliesin West is both a National Historic Landmark and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Upcoming Programs at Taliesin West

Earn the Taliesin West Fun Patch!

IN CONVERSATION ONLINE – Frank Vaccaro on Tony Vaccaro

Homeschool Explorations Organic Architecture 101 (ages 6-8)

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Taliesin West Walk

Homeschool Explorations Organic Architecture 101 (ages 9-11)

Sunsets & Sips

Mindfulness Yoga & Crystal Bowl with Harumi Maejima

ABC Story Hour: Architecture, Books, and Crafts

American Icons Wright & O’Keeffe

Daisy Outdoor Art Maker

TW LIVE – Mike Kocour Jazz Band

Tai Chi with Rasoul Amin Sobhani

Homeschool Explorations Textiles at Taliesin West: Weaving (ages 6-8)

Homeschool Explorations Textiles at Taliesin West: Weaving (ages 9-11)

Sunsets & Sips *Member Bonus

Friday Night Films – Psycho

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAMS: Taliesin West Talk

IN CONVERSATION – Sir Jonathan Bate on Arcadia and Idealized Landscapes

Mindfulness Walk with McDowell Sonoran Conservancy Stewards

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Taliesin West Walk

Sunsets & Sips

Workshops For Adults – Introduction to Creative Writing 1-Day Workshop

ABC Story Hour: Architecture, Books, and Crafts

Homeschool Explorations Frank Lloyd Wright’s Furniture (ages 6-8)

Homeschool Explorations Frank Lloyd Wright’s Furniture (ages 9-11)

SOLD OUT! Friday Night Films – Goldfinger

Brownie Outdoor Art Creator

TW LIVE – Howard Alden

Homeschool Explorations Building with Balance: Cantilevers (ages 6-8)

Homeschool Explorations Building with Balance: Cantilevers (ages 9-11)

Sunsets & Sips *Member Bonus

Mindfulness Walk with McDowell Sonoran Conservancy Stewards

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Virtual Taliesin Talk

IN CONVERSATION – Ron Broglio on Desert Animals

Discovery Days

ABC Story Hour: Architecture, Books, and Crafts

Homeschool Explorations Holiday Treasure Boxes (ages 6-8)

Homeschool Explorations Holiday Treasure Boxes (ages 9-11)

Sunsets & Sips

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Taliesin West Walk

Camp Taliesin West – Under Pressure (1-Day Camp Experience ages 9-12)

Camp Taliesin West – Don’t Take Rocks for Granite (1-Day Camp Experience ages 8-10)

Sunsets & Sips *Member Bonus

SOLD OUT! Friday Night Films – White Christmas

Camp Taliesin West – Cookie Construction (1-Day Camp Experience ages 8-10)

Camp Taliesin West – Totally Cool Climates (3-Day Camp Experience ages 8-10)

Sunsets & Sips

IN CONVERSATION ONLINE – Ayad Rahmani on Wright and Emerson

ABC Story Hour: Architecture, Books, and Crafts

Mindfulness Walk with McDowell Sonoran Conservancy Stewards

Homeschool Explorations Saguaro Skyscrapers: Wright’s Towers (ages 6-8)

MEMBERS-ONLY: Taliesin West Walk

Homeschool Explorations Saguaro Skyscrapers: Wright’s Towers (ages 9-11)

Brownie Design With Nature

Tai Chi with Rasoul Amin Sobhani

Homeschool Explorations Japanese Block Printing (recommended for ages 6-8)

Sunsets & Sips *Member Bonus

Homeschool Explorations Japanese Block Printing (recommended for ages 9-11)

Friday Night Films – The Magnificent Ambersons

TW LIVE – Benjamin Cortez

Workshops For Adults – All Levels Photography: (1-Day Workshop)

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Taliesin West Talk

IN CONVERSATION – Adam Nocek on the Shaping Impact of Architecture and Design

Yoga Nidra & Sound Healing with Sarah Spearin

Workshops For Adults – All Levels Photography: (2-Day Workshop)

Homeschool Explorations Urban Planning for Kids (recommended for ages 6-8)

Sunsets & Sips

Homeschool Explorations Urban Planning for Kids (recommended for ages 9-11)

ABC Hour: Architecture, Books, and Crafts

Workshops For Adults – Desert Landscaping with Michele McGuinness (Half-Day Workshop)

MEMBERS-ONLY PROGRAM: Taliesin West Walk

Sunsets & Sips

Earn the Taliesin West Fun Patch!

Mindfulness Meditation & Crystal Bowl with Harumi Maejima

TW LIVE – Richard Brennan

Homeschool Explorations Painting in the Desert (recommended for ages 6-8)

Sunsets & Sips *Member Bonus

Homeschool Explorations Painting in the Desert (recommended for ages 9-11)

Friday Night Films – Sabrina