By ANNIE C. LEAVITT
Moapa Valley Progress
The Lost City Museum hosted its annual Native American Day celebration, along with a Holiday Open House event on Saturday, December 8.
“We couldn’t have been happier with the turnout and the day’s events,” said Museum Director Mary Beth Timm.
Although two of the performing groups canceled at the last minute, the Wolf Creek Intertribal Dancers and a youth choir performed throughout the day.
There were fewer vendor booths this year than in the past, but each booth was filled with beautiful, handmade items. Rebecca Hardy from Page, Arizona sold her Navajo pottery, jewelry, and dream catchers with juniper berries, Jasper, and turquoise gems, all symbolic for different properties and protections.
Yolanda Yoyletsdewa from the Hopi reservation had a both displaying her own handiwork in the form of meticulous pottery and pillows.
The Begay Navajo Taco booth provided delicious food for those hungry for authentic Native American fare. The fry bread was worth the long wait in line.
Inside the museum, the Lost City Docent Council arranged a large raffle fundraiser for the museum. From free oil changes at area auto shops to delicious chocolates, there was a raffle gift basket to tempt everyone.
Due to understaffing, the two separate events were combined this year. Timm said that this helped boost overall attendance for the event. “We had over 300 adults and 50 children attend today,” she said.
The Lost City Museum admission fee is only $5 for adults. Seniors and children are free. An annual pass is only $20 for students and seniors, $35 for individuals, or $60 for the entire family.
“We will be filling one staff opening with a brand new curator beginning next week,” said Timm.
A Member Reception with special exhibits and information for members only is scheduled for Saturday, January 19, 2019, from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
A meet and greet with all current and new staff is scheduled for Saturday, February 23 from 2-4 p.m. “We are always in need of volunteers for school events, curating, and greeting visitors,” Timm said.
