Included with paid museum admission; free for members
Celebrate Bluegrass is also occurring on Sunday, June 6.
Enjoy lively bluegrass performances and other fun activities celebrating this American roots genre.
Supported by Jam Pak Blues ‘N’ Grass Neighborhood Band
To support social distancing, we are limiting the number of guests at each activity. Participation will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
Banjo Craft 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. South El Río Create your own banjo! Stop by and pick up a free craft kit to assemble at MIM or at home.
Photo Booth 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. El Río Have your picture taken with our hands-free photo booth and digitally share your pictures instantly! Tag us with #MIMphx for a chance to be featured on our social media.
Mini Gallery Talk: Bluegrass History and Instruments 10:30–10:45 a.m. United States / Canada Gallery Join curator Rich Walter for a brief overview of bluegrass music—its origins, stars, and current trends—and take a closer look at the classic instruments displayed in MIM’s recently updated Bluegrass exhibit.
Saturday Pop-Up Performance: The Sonoran Dogs 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. (Saturday only) North El Río Enjoy a mix of originals, traditional and contemporary bluegrass songs, and Americana standards. The Sonoran Dogs features Mark Miracle on mandolin and vocals, Brian Davies on bass and vocals, three-time Arizona state banjo champion Tyler James on banjo, and national flatpicking guitar champion Peter McLaughlin on guitar and vocals.
Sunday Pop-Up Performance: Cisco & The Racecars 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. (Sunday only) North El Río Experience the energetic style, diverse arrangements, and unique blend of old and new with one of the premier bluegrass bands in the Southwest, Cisco & The Racecars, led by Arizona state banjo champion Francisco Briseno.
Performance by James Reams & The Barnstormers 12:30 and 2:15 p.m. MIM Music Theater James Reams, an established bluegrass storyteller and bandleader for 30 years, has greatly contributed to the bluegrass tradition with his original songs and new sounds. Their driving rhythms and hard-edged harmonies make this nationally recognized group a bluegrass staple.
Programming is subject to change.
All weekend, save 20% on most items in-store and online, including bluegrass CDs, as well as books and musical instruments.
Proceeds from your purchase benefit MIM and its programs.
