Children ages 3-5 (accompanied by an adult) will hear stories with a historical theme, interact through music and movement, and engage in an activity that promotes learning. This event is FREE thanks to the generous funding of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree -- Registration is limited & required.
Children ages 3-5 (accompanied by an adult) will hear stories with a historical theme, interact through music and movement, and engage in an activity that promotes learning. This event is FREE thanks to the generous funding of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree -- Registration is limited & required.
Desert Foothills Land Trust presents the 13th annual Desert Discovery Day, a fun-filled day of adventure and educational activities in a natural desert setting. Unplug and join us for the 13th annual Desert Discovery Day -- a day of digital detox, fresh air, fun, and adventure for everyone! Held at Jewel of the Creek. (Terrain is not suitable for strollers.)
Children ages 3-5 (accompanied by an adult) will hear stories with a historical theme, interact through music and movement, and engage in an activity that promotes learning. This event is FREE thanks to the generous funding of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree -- Registration is limited & required.
It’s holiday time at the museum! Come help us decorate by making ornaments to hang on our tree and to take home. See Cowboy Santa and join us in old fashioned Christmas caroling. This event is FREE thanks to the generous funding of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree -- Registration is limited and required.
Children ages 3-5 (accompanied by an adult) will hear stories with a historical theme, interact through music and movement, and engage in an activity that promotes learning. This event is FREE thanks to the generous funding of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree -- Registration is limited & required.
How did the early inhabitants of the Foothills live here in the desert without modern conveniences? What kind of homes did they build, what did they eat? Was life all work without play time? Learn what petroglyphs are plus make your own clay pot! FREE, THANKS TO THE GENEROUS FUNDING OF THE KIWANIS' CLUB OF CAREFREE. Registration is limited and required.
SOLD OUT!! The iconic highway celebrates its 100th birthday in 2026 and it has stories to tell! Roger Naylor, renowned author and museum favorite, will discuss the Mother Road’s history and cultural significance. This event will be held at Holland Community Center.
This program is for children ages 3-5; however, all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by at least one adult. "The Night the Grandfathers Danced" -- Step into the life of young Autumn, dressed in her pink fringed shawl ready for her first Bear Dance and explore traditional Native American crafts, foods and objects from museum exhibits. This event is FREE thanks to the generous funding of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged.
This program is for children ages 3-5; however, all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by at least one adult. "There Was a Coyote Who Swallowed a Flea" -- Our coyote swallows increasingly larger desert animals, including a cactus, western hat and more in this humorous rhyming tale. We will walk the museum to find some of them and explore them. This event is FREE thanks to the financial support of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged.
Meet Roxanne Eklund, a Cave Creek felt sculptor who uses Churro sheep wool that's sourced from the Indigenous Navajo shepherds to create sculptures inspired by their culture. Try your hand at her spinning wheel and other “tools of the trade”. This event is open to visitors of all age groups. Registration is limited and required. This event is FREE thanks to the generous support of Kiwanis Club of Carefree.
This program is for children ages 3-5; however, all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by at least one adult. "Rosie and the Rustlers" Rope tying and rip-roaring western activities will help you get to know ranch boss Rosie and her gang of hardworking cowboys. This event is FREE thanks to the financial support of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged.
Open October through May
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday:
1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Friday
10:00 am – 4:30 pm
(Closed Holidays)
2nd Saturday of the Month at 10:00 am
6140 E Skyline Drive
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Open October through May
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday:
1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Friday
10:00 am – 4:30 pm
(Closed Holidays)
2nd Saturday of the Month
10:30 am – 4.30 pm
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