• June 25: Meet Hopi R2!
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That translates to: Our first Free Summer Saturday of 2022 is out of this world (in a galaxy far, far away)! Hopi artist Duane Koyawena and engineer Joe Mastroianni present their creation: Hopi R2. You will have the opportunity to meet Hopi R2D2, take photos, enjoy the museum, and participate in themed art activities. Star Wars-themed costumes are encouraged! At 11 am and 2 pm, Duane and Joe will present on their process for creating the first ever Indigenous droid, including the engineering process, how Duane brings traditionally Hopi art and culture to the futuristic creation, and why Star Wars resonates so deeply in their community.

• July 30: Navajo Finding Nemo
Head on over to the Heard to see the Pixar classic, Finding Nemo! In this dubbed version, all movie dialogue is spoken in Diné (Navajo), with a cast of voice actors all from the Navajo Nation. Stay through the closing credits to hear the Navajo-adapted version of song, Beyond the Sea, sung by Fall Out Boy’s Patrick Stump. Navajo Finding Nemo will be playing all day long. In addition to the film screening, you’re invited to experience all the exhibitions in the museum. Plus, we’ll be swimming with excitement with art activities for fish and kids of all ages!