Events & Activities
Note that Events and Activities are held at either the Silver City Museum, 312 W. Broadway or the Museum Annex at 302 W. Broadway in downtown Silver City, New Mexico, and are free unless noted otherwise (donations always welcome). More information: 575.538.5921 or info@silvercitymuseum.org.Presentation and Book Signing:
Catherine's Son: The Story of a Boy Who Became an Outlaw
by Jim SmithSaturday, May 18, 2 pm to 3 pm
at the Museum Annex, 302 W. BroadwayBilly the Kid's legend has been a topic of numerous dime novels, movies, television shows, books, and even a ballet. He has costarred with characters, both real and fictional, from Jesse James to Donald Duck to Dracula. Although the Kid may have been a minor character in the larger context of American history, his changing myth has been timeless and larger than life, revealing much about changes in American politics and culture. This presentation will deal with the life and changing myth of Billy the Kid. [ Press Release . . . ]Bilingual Storytelling:
Abuelita's Heart with Maria VigilSaturday, May 25, 10 am to 11 am
at the Museum, 312 W. BroadwayBring the family and enjoy a reading of the bilingual story, Abuelita's Heart. Abuelita lives in a land the color of sunset, with a soft white dog named Cristal, a yard full of friendly animal visitors, and a heart as big and as round as the entire world. Abuelita says, "The earth is enchanted here. La tierra esta encantada aqui." And indeed it is.
[ Press Release . . . ]Adobe Dynamics 101: A Public Meeting on Adobe and Stonework Preservation
Saturday, June 1, 10 am to 11 am
at the Museum Annex, 302 W. BroadwayJake Barrow of Cornerstones Community Partnerships of Santa Fe - Historic adobe preservation will be presented and discussed in a 2-hour meeting followed by a question and answer period. The questions and inquiries asked will inform the content of three free July adobe preservation workshops. Ask preservation expert Jake Barrow about your home and attend a workshop that will teach you how to conserve your adobe and stone structures. Jake Barrow is the program director of Cornerstones Community Partnerships and since 1986 the organization has worked to preserve architectural heritage and community traditions at more than 300 locations in New Mexico and the Greater Southwest. There is NO registration fee, but pre-registration is required.
[ Press Release . . . ] [ Workshop Poster . . . ]How is Yarn Made? Spinning Demonstration with Kathi Anderson and Jacque Cusick
Sunday, June 2, 1 pm to 2 pm
at the Museum, 312 W. BroadwayFiber artists Kathi Anderson and Jacque Cusick will demonstrate spinning at the Silver City Museum on Sunday, June 2, 2013 from 1 pm to 2 pm. The demonstration is in conjunction with the current exhibit, "It's a Wrap", and is free and open to the public. The Museum is located at 312 West Broadway. Spinning has been done for centuries and it is fun to see how yarn is made with wool. Come and get up close and personal and see yarn being made! [ Press Release ]Brown Bag program:
Railroads of Southwestern New MexicoThursday, June 6, 12 noon - 1 pm
at the Museum Annex, 302 W. BroadwayJoe Gill will present, "Railroads of Southwestern New Mexico - The Short Lived Short Lines," part of the ongoing series of free Brown Bag lunchtime presentations. This presentation will cover some of the railroads in Grant County. The Santa Fe, Silver City, Deming & Pacific, the Silver City & Northern and the Silver City, Pinos Altos and Mogollon Railroads and others, if time permits. None of these railroads now exist, but they were important in the development of Silver City and Grant County. The presentation will utilize model trains, photos, maps, and other handouts to illustrate the importance of the railroads and what caused their demise. [ Press Release . . . ]Craft Class: Cowboy Up! Embellish a BandanaSaturday, June 8, 10 am to 12 noon
at the Museum, 312 W. BroadwayCrafters will have fun creating a custom bandana using fabric paints, glitter glue, and markers. Let your imagination roam to create a unique bandana to wear! This fun class is recommended for crafters aged 8 years and older and is limited to 12 students. Pre-registration is encouraged. Craft classes will continue to be offered on the second Saturday of each month at the Museum. The classes are geared towards elementary school-aged children, with parent/guardian attendance required. Crafters of all ages are welcome to register for the craft classes, which makes these classes a great opportunity for family craft making!
[ Press Release . . . ]Presentation and Book Signing:
Fulltimers - The Adventures of Lou and Martha by John CatsisSaturday, June 8, 2 pm to 3 pm
at the Museum, 312 W. BroadwayWhen the President of the United States announces plans to close all of America's national parks four days a week, Lou and Martha Underwood quit their TV news jobs and launch a nationwide campaign to halt the plan. Traveling in a used motor home previously owned by a hooker, the couple encounters mishaps, mystery, mayhem and misunderstandings. The Albuquerque Journal calls this a "funny, RV-connected political satire." John Catsis calls it much more than that. He calls it the story of man's inhumanity to man. [ Press Release ]Sail Away With A Free Father's Day Gift!Saturday and Sunday, June 15 and 16, 10 am to 4 pm
at the Silver City Museum, 312 W. BroadwaySpend Father’s Day at the Silver City Museum - have fun at the interactive stations and with scavenger hunts the entire family can complete together. Enjoy the new exhibits and don’t forget to go upstairs to the cupola and look around the town. The Museum courtyard is a lovely place to have a family picnic. Come visit and have fun at the Silver City Museum! [ Press Release . . . ]Bilingual Storytelling with Maria Vigil
Saturday, June 22, 10 to 11 am
at the Museum, 312 W. BroadwayA bilingual story will be read by retired educator Maria Vigil. Before retiring to Silver City seventeen years ago, Maria Vigil taught bilingual education from grades kindergarten through university in California. She was the Educator of the Year and National Educator of the Year. Ms. Vigil is currently an international translator. [ Press Release . . . ]Inkle Weaving Class
Saturday, June 22, 12:30 to 3:30 pm
at the Museum, 312 W. BroadwayInkle weaving has been around for centuries and is even mentioned by Shakespeare! The weaving technique makes small bands that were used as ties or embellishments around the edges of garments during the middle ages. The technique was brought to the United States in the 1930's and was very popular during the 1970's craft movement. Inkle weaving is a warp faced weave and allows the weaver to make many designs on a band. The bands can then be sewn together to make a large weaving or used as a belt or hatband among other items. It's easy to learn and fast to weave! For students aged 16 and older. $20, pre-registration required.
[ Press Release . . . ]Museum Annual Ice Cream Social 2013
Thursday, July 4, 11 am – 4 pm
at the Museum, 312 W. BroadwayFor more than a quarter of a century, the Silver City Museum's Fourth of July Ice Cream Social has been an eagerly anticipated highlight of the local holiday celebration. A full slate of live entertainment, hot and cool treats, and old-fashioned pastimes in the tree-shaded courtyard of the Silver City Museum. Activities begin at 11am, and live musical entertainment will continue throughout the day. Bake and Shake! – The Silver City Museum Requests Cake Donations for the Cake Walk and Volunteer Help.
[ Press Release ] [ Call for CAKES and VOLUNTEERS ]