Arizona 2011 Official Visitor's Guide - (Page 21)

Arizona’s Indian tribal communities offer a wealth of cultural and art events. Visitors can learn about our state’s rich cultural diversity while also enjoying colorful performances and family friendly entertainment. Join Arizona’s native communities for a full year of cultural celebrations. Arizona’s many Native American celebrations reveal some of the customs and traditions of the state’s indigenous cultures. Celebrating Culture & Community PHOENIX & CENTRAL ARIZONA Visitors to the Greater Phoenix area don’t have to travel far to experience native culture. The Heard Museum in downtown Phoenix hosts the World Championship Hoop Dance Contest in February, when dozens of dancers vie for the coveted title. The museum also holds the state’s largest Indian market, the Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market, each March. More than 700 Indian artists gather to put on two days of shopping, entertainment, food and exhibits. Mosey down to Casa Grande in February for the O’odham Tash Indian Festival, a celebration of the Enjoy a full year of festivals hosted by Arizona’s Indian nations by Debra Utacia Krol O’odham peoples of Arizona. This annual event includes a rodeo, Native American art, a carnival and a parade. The Gila River Indian Community invites visitors to enjoy three days of rodeo, art and even the Miss Gila River Pageant in March during the Mul-Chu-Tha Fair & Rodeo. Wish America a happy birthday during 4th of July celebrations at the Fort McDowell Casino and Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino. These two communities, at opposite ends of the Phoenix metropolitan area, both host huge Independence Day parties, including fireworks. www.arizonaguide.com 21 ARIZONA OFFICE OF TOURISM http://www.arizonaguide.com

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