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Visualize History Through Art Visualize History through Art. The Tucson Desert Art Museum and Four Corners Gallery showcase art and artifacts of the Desert Southwest and surrounding regions, offering guests a deeper understanding of its history, cultures, and art. About Us Featured Museum Exhibitions and Events Cruzando La Linea: Contemporary Art in the Borderlands Wed, Oct 08 Bringing together four distinguished artists; Alejandro Macias, Vanessa Saavedra, David Taylor, and Alfred J. Quiroz, this exhibition presents painting, photography, and mixed media works that shed light on the lived realities of the borderlands. Learn more The Dirty Thirties: New Deal Photography Fri, Oct 10 Explore the journeys of rural migrants fleeing the Dust Bowl, drought, and economic difficulties during the 1930s through compelling documentary photography taken under the auspices of the New Deal programs. All The Single Ladies: Women Pioneers of the American West Fri, Oct 10 "All the Single Ladies" tells select stories from the trailblazing lives of unmarried women in the 19th century, who were homesteaders, Harvey girls, boarding house owners, teachers, madams, prostitutes, and entertainers. Made possible through a grant from AZ Humanities. Charles Thomas Artist Talk Thu, Dec 11 Enjoy an evening with plein-air landscape artist Charles Thomas as he gives a short talk about his new show and sale: Silent Journey: a Life Spent Painting. Meet and mingle 5:00 to 7:00, talk starts at 5:30, light refreshments served. RSVP Cruzando La Linea 4 Artists Roundtable and Exhibition Reception Thu, Jan 08 Come hear Alfred J. Quiroz, David Taylor, Alex Macias, and Vanessa Saavedra speak about the exhibition and their work on the U.S.-Mexico border. Light refreshments and exhibition viewing after discussion. Students, faculty, and Museum Members are free with ID. Learn more Charles Thomas: Silent Journey: a Life Spent Painting - Artist Spotlight Show and Sale December 10 - December 31, 2025 Learn more Denyse Fenelon: "The Barrio Mystic" Show and Sale November 15 - December 3, 2025 Learn more Friday Guided Tours Every Friday at 11:00 AM We are offering tours every Friday at 11:00 AM, each month the tour will focus on a different exhibition. The topic of the May & June Guided Tours are 'The Twisted Road: Finding Home in America'. The last tour of the season will be on June 27th. Tours will resume October 10, 2025. RSVP Colors to Dye For: The Mysterious World of Navajo Dye-Making Now Showing From gathering the finest of wool, to infusing design through the use of special dye formulas and patterns passed down generationally, the Navajo weaver’s process in creating majestic textiles is a special, unique story. The Dirty Thirties Ongoing Exhibition October 6th - June 27th Explore the journeys of rural migrants fleeing the Dust Bowl, drought, and economic difficulties during the 1930s through compelling documentary photography taken under the auspices of the New Deal programs. Paint Arizona Day Gallery Show April 30th - May 31st On April 5th, 2025, artists from all corners of Arizona captured the beauty of our state through plein air painting. These paintings will be coming to the Four Corners Gallery on April 30th and will stay up until May 31st. RSVP Pastel Expressions March 19th, 2025 through April 26th, 2025 A spectacular juried art show & sale is coming to the Four Corners Gallery for the Spring Season. This event is in collaboration with the Tucson Pastel Society, and is juried by Tony Allain. This exhibition opens on March 19th and runs until April 26th. Learn more Jewelry Making Class May 10th, 10:00 A.M to 1:00 P.M Have fun learning basic jewelry making techniques to create a beautiful, metal pair of earrings or pendant without a huge investment in tools and equipment. Class is taught by Leonor Pisano and Celest Michelotti, National and International award winning jewelers. Call or purchase tickets online. Buy Tickets 'Arizona & Immigration: Perspectives & Policy Considerations' Lecture by Dr. Thomas Davis April 12th, 12:00P.M - 1:30 P.M Join us for a lecture with Dr. Thomas Davis on April 12th. This event begins at 12:00 P.M and runs until 1:30 P.M, and is free with museum admission. RSVP 'Border Geography: Key Context from the Arizona - Sonora Boundary' Lecture with Dr. Scott Warren New Date Coming Soon Join us for an informative lecture with Scott Warren. This event is in conjunction with our Twisted Road: Finding Home in America exhibition, and is free with museum admission. RSVP From the Frontlines: A Panel Discussion on Immigration Issues Today April 10th, 6:30PM - 8:00 PM The Tucson Desert Art Museum is pleased to provide an informational panel and continuing dialogue to accompany our current exhibition which focuses on work produced by Arizona-based immigrant artists. This event is free with Museum Admission. See below for the distinguished panelists. RSVP Nature's Palette March 15th, 2025 - March 29th, 2025 This event is a Pop-Up exhibition with works by accomplished oil painter, Dawn Sutherland. This exhibition will run from March 15th until March 29th, with an Artist Talk on March 21st from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Limited seating, RSVP only. Learn more 'Nature's Palette' Talk with Artist Dawn Sutherland Friday, March 21st, 2025 This insightful Artist Talk with accomplished oil painter, Dawn Sutherland takes place on March 21st from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Limited seating, RSVP only. RSVP Load More Ongoing The Dirty Thirties: New Deal Photography More info Colors to Dye For: The Mysterious World of Navajo Dye-Making More info All The Single Ladies: Women Pioneers of the American West More info Four Corners Gallery Shows & Events Friday Guided Tours Every Friday at 11:00 AM We are offering tours every Friday at 11:00 AM, each month the tour will focus on a different exhibition. The topic of the May & June Guided Tours are 'The Twisted Road: Finding Home in America'. The last tour of the season will be on June 27th. Tours will resume October 10, 2025. RSVP Subscribe to Our Newsletter Learn more about our exhibitions, events, and special offers.

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Four Corners Gallery & Museum Store Our Gallery and Museum Store feature Southwestern paintings, sculpture, pottery, jewelry and gifts. Purchases support our nonprofit museum's mission to preserve, display and educate our guests on the art and history of the Desert Southwest. Shipping charges for online purchases will be assessed at the time of purchase. Call to make arrangements: 520-202-3888 Fine Art Image Credit: 'Peralta Dry Wash' by Bud Heiss Jewelry Image Credit: Blue Lapis Inlay Cuff by Eugene Belone Special Exhibitions Charles Thomas: Silent Journey: a Life Spent Painting - Artist Spotlight Show and Sale Learn more Colors to Dye For: The Mysterious World of Navajo Dye-Making From gathering the finest of wool, to infusing design through the use of special dye formulas and patterns passed down generationally, the Navajo weaver’s process in creating majestic textiles is a special, unique story. The Dirty Thirties Explore the journeys of rural migrants fleeing the Dust Bowl, drought, and economic difficulties during the 1930s through compelling documentary photography taken under the auspices of the New Deal programs. Up Through December 3, 2025 Denyse Fenelon: The Barrio Mystic Exhibition Learn more Upcoming Gallery Events Cruzando La Linea: Contemporary Art in the Borderlands Wed, Oct 08 Bringing together four distinguished artists; Alejandro Macias, Vanessa Saavedra, David Taylor, and Alfred J. Quiroz, this exhibition presents painting, photography, and mixed media works that shed light on the lived realities of the borderlands. Learn more The Dirty Thirties: New Deal Photography Fri, Oct 10 Explore the journeys of rural migrants fleeing the Dust Bowl, drought, and economic difficulties during the 1930s through compelling documentary photography taken under the auspices of the New Deal programs. All The Single Ladies: Women Pioneers of the American West Fri, Oct 10 "All the Single Ladies" tells select stories from the trailblazing lives of unmarried women in the 19th century, who were homesteaders, Harvey girls, boarding house owners, teachers, madams, prostitutes, and entertainers. Made possible through a grant from AZ Humanities. Charles Thomas Artist Talk Thu, Dec 11 Enjoy an evening with plein-air landscape artist Charles Thomas as he gives a short talk about his new show and sale: Silent Journey: a Life Spent Painting. Meet and mingle 5:00 to 7:00, talk starts at 5:30, light refreshments served. RSVP Cruzando La Linea 4 Artists Roundtable and Exhibition Reception Thu, Jan 08 Come hear Alfred J. Quiroz, David Taylor, Alex Macias, and Vanessa Saavedra speak about the exhibition and their work on the U.S.-Mexico border. Light refreshments and exhibition viewing after discussion. Students, faculty, and Museum Members are free with ID. Learn more Charles Thomas: Silent Journey: a Life Spent Painting - Artist Spotlight Show and Sale December 10 - December 31, 2025 Learn more Denyse Fenelon: "The Barrio Mystic" Show and Sale November 15 - December 3, 2025 Learn more Friday Guided Tours Every Friday at 11:00 AM We are offering tours every Friday at 11:00 AM, each month the tour will focus on a different exhibition. The topic of the May & June Guided Tours are 'The Twisted Road: Finding Home in America'. The last tour of the season will be on June 27th. Tours will resume October 10, 2025. RSVP Colors to Dye For: The Mysterious World of Navajo Dye-Making Now Showing From gathering the finest of wool, to infusing design through the use of special dye formulas and patterns passed down generationally, the Navajo weaver’s process in creating majestic textiles is a special, unique story. The Dirty Thirties Ongoing Exhibition October 6th - June 27th Explore the journeys of rural migrants fleeing the Dust Bowl, drought, and economic difficulties during the 1930s through compelling documentary photography taken under the auspices of the New Deal programs. Paint Arizona Day Gallery Show April 30th - May 31st On April 5th, 2025, artists from all corners of Arizona captured the beauty of our state through plein air painting. These paintings will be coming to the Four Corners Gallery on April 30th and will stay up until May 31st. RSVP Pastel Expressions March 19th, 2025 through April 26th, 2025 A spectacular juried art show & sale is coming to the Four Corners Gallery for the Spring Season. This event is in collaboration with the Tucson Pastel Society, and is juried by Tony Allain. This exhibition opens on March 19th and runs until April 26th. Learn more Jewelry Making Class May 10th, 10:00 A.M to 1:00 P.M Have fun learning basic jewelry making techniques to create a beautiful, metal pair of earrings or pendant without a huge investment in tools and equipment. Class is taught by Leonor Pisano and Celest Michelotti, National and International award winning jewelers. Call or purchase tickets online. Buy Tickets 'Arizona & Immigration: Perspectives & Policy Considerations' Lecture by Dr. Thomas Davis April 12th, 12:00P.M - 1:30 P.M Join us for a lecture with Dr. Thomas Davis on April 12th. This event begins at 12:00 P.M and runs until 1:30 P.M, and is free with museum admission. RSVP 'Border Geography: Key Context from the Arizona - Sonora Boundary' Lecture with Dr. Scott Warren New Date Coming Soon Join us for an informative lecture with Scott Warren. This event is in conjunction with our Twisted Road: Finding Home in America exhibition, and is free with museum admission. RSVP From the Frontlines: A Panel Discussion on Immigration Issues Today April 10th, 6:30PM - 8:00 PM The Tucson Desert Art Museum is pleased to provide an informational panel and continuing dialogue to accompany our current exhibition which focuses on work produced by Arizona-based immigrant artists. This event is free with Museum Admission. See below for the distinguished panelists. RSVP Nature's Palette March 15th, 2025 - March 29th, 2025 This event is a Pop-Up exhibition with works by accomplished oil painter, Dawn Sutherland. This exhibition will run from March 15th until March 29th, with an Artist Talk on March 21st from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Limited seating, RSVP only. Learn more 'Nature's Palette' Talk with Artist Dawn Sutherland Friday, March 21st, 2025 This insightful Artist Talk with accomplished oil painter, Dawn Sutherland takes place on March 21st from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Limited seating, RSVP only. RSVP Load More