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Campus Wide, "Playtime on the Frontier," Saturday, September 12, 2026 Childhood in pioneer days was filled with simple joys. From handmade toys and board games to the excitement of riding early bicycles, play was an important part of frontier life. Come explore the various games, toys, and activities that kept pioneer children entertained. Visitors will […]
Presented by Joe Trudeau, President of Wildwood Ecological and Consultant to The Wilderness Society Join us for a journey along the Upper Verde River with your guide, Joe Trudeau, as he explores the human and natural history of central Arizona’s most vibrant cultural and ecological hotspot. This lecture will explore the rich biodiversity of the […]
9 AM – 5 PM Saturday 9 AM – 4 PM Sunday Experience Native American culture in a unique way. PIAM is the Sharlot Hall Museum’s Native American fine arts market, featuring Indigenous art, music, performances, demonstrations, and more. Over 80 top Native artists exhibit artwork in this juried show, showcasing art media ranging from […]
Travel back to the late 19th century during Victorian Days at Sharlot Hall Museum! On the fourth Saturday of the month, enjoy a morning of living history performances presented by the Sharlot Hall Museum Victorian Society, then wander through the beautiful museum grounds and encounter faces from Arizona’s past. You never know who you may […]
Amy M. Hale is an award-winning author who lives and works on Spider Ranch, a 50,000-acre cattle operation in the rugged terrain of Central Arizona. There, she and her husband, Gail Steiger, cowboy together while pursuing the ranch’s mission of raising food sustainably and working in partnership with government agencies to care for the land. […]
Join us for a special Opening Concert for the 42nd Folk Music Festival: “The Folk Legacy Trio” Kick off the 42nd Folk Music Festival with a special evening of unforgettable music as the nationally acclaimed group The Folk Legacy Trio—George Grove, Rick Dougherty, and Jerry Siggins—bring their celebrated show, This Land Is Your Land, to Sharlot Hall Museum. […]
Gates open at 9 AM Music starts at 10 AM Event ends at 5 PM Experience the magic of traditional folk music at the 42nd Folk Music Festival! The event transforms the museum grounds into a lively musical celebration with performances by more than 50 talented groups throughout the day on four stages. Enjoy delicious […]
We’re excited to announce that Living History interpreters will be at the Ft. Whipple Museum on the first Saturday of each month from 10 AM to 3 PM, April through November. Join us for our next Living History Day on Saturday, October 3, 2026 Interpreters dressed in accurate period attire will discuss and demonstrate the […]
Ranch House, "Harvest Feast: Recipes of the West," Saturday, October 10, 2026 Autumn harvests brought families together to prepare hearty meals from local crops and game. Learn how pioneers turned their harvest into delicious dishes that sustained them throughout the colder months. Visitors will explore traditional recipes, see cooking demonstrations, and have the chance to […]
In honor of Halloween, explore a stranger, darker side of Arizona with author Patrick Whitehurst. Go beyond the state’s beautiful vistas and desert landscapes and discover tales of the odd, mysterious, and unexplained. From the legendary cryptid said to stalk the Grand Canyon to a purported alien abduction that inspired a feature film, strange happenings […]
Step into an autumn afternoon of refinement and Victorian charm at Sharlot Hall Museum’s Premier Victorian Afternoon Tea on October 16th, from 2:00–4:30 PM. Settle in for a curated program featuring engaging presentations on Victorian etiquette and culture, accompanied by an assortment of seasonal finger foods paired with three aromatic teas that capture the essence […]
"Honoring Prescott's Heroes," Saturday, November 14, 2026 Fort Whipple and Fort Verde played vital roles in protecting settlers and shaping Arizona’s military legacy. This program honors the soldiers who served throughout Arizona’s history and celebrates the heroes of today. Visitors will explore artifacts, hear stories of military life, and reflect on the courage and sacrifice […]
Frontier Christmas is an evening of classic holiday merrymaking at the Sharlot Hall Museum, immediately following the Courthouse Lighting Ceremony. Stop by 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. for cookies, cider, crafts, and fun. Luminarias line the Museum walkways as visitors meander from building to building, visiting with Living History interpreters, meeting Father Christmas, or trying […]
Sharlot’s Live Radio Theatre Presents: “A Prescott Christmas Carol” Starring Local Theater Favorites Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with an evening of festive fun, laughter, and classic storytelling at Sharlot Hall Museum! Join us for “A Prescott Christmas Carol,” a special reader’s theater production of the beloved Christmas classic, presented in the style […]