The learning never stops at Tohono Chul – discover this for yourself in our Classes, Lectures, & Workshops!
We’re all about connecting our members and visitors to the amazing world around us, offering them opportunities to make their own discoveries about the nature, art, and culture of our region. Read on for our latest listings of classes, lectures, and workshops designed to engage and delight!
Cancellation Policy
We reserve the right to cancel or postpone an event due to lack of enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances, in which case, a full refund will apply. If you cancel your registration in a workshop within two weeks of the scheduled class – a full refund will be issued if your space can be filled. No refund will be issued for a class or lecture retailed at $15 or less.
Weekly Programs
January 2025
TMA Art Talk | All Aboard for Streetcar Art
Thursday, January 16
10 – 11 AM
Wilson Room
Take a ride on the Tucson streetcar to see the public art created for this major project. This presentation will focus on the historical connection to art and transportation in general: how the project was funded; and the process for selecting works; show-and-tell about each work’s title and artist; and how each work interprets the theme “flow.” This talk will be given by Tucson Museum of Art Docent, Alinda Hakanson.
TMA Members | Free
Tohono Chul Members | $5
General Public | $10
February 2025
Desert Dialogues | Butterflies
Thursday, February 13
1 – 2:30 PM
Wilson Room
In preparation for the spring, this upcoming Desert Dialogues covers the most common butterflies found at Tohono Chul. From year-round residents like Cloudless Surlfers (Phoebis sennae) and Bordered Patches (Cholsyne lacinia) to our seasonal residents like Gulf Fritillaries (Argaulis vanillae) and Monarchs (Danaus plexippus), our Docent Peggie Allen will discuss their lifecycles and hostplants so you can provide the best garden possible for these fluttering beauties.
Members | $5
General Public | $10
TMA Art Talk | A Perfect Red – Its Fascinating History of Desire and Discovery
Thursday, February 20
10 – 11 AM
Wilson Room
Throughout history, people have sought to create a bright, beautiful red to wear on themselves, see on their walls and everything in between. This is the story of how one insect changed the way the entire world was able to produce the most perfect red. This talk will be given by Tucson Museum of Art Docent, Diane Foray.
TMA Members | Free
Tohono Chul Members | $5
General Public | $10
March 2025
TMA Art Talk | Beyond the Traditional – Contemporary Native
American Art
Thursday, March 20
10 – 11 AM
Wilson Room
A journey with contemporary Native American artists. Their works are creative, innovative, and modern while maintaining elements of tribal traditions and cultures. This talk will be given by Tucson Museum of Art Docent, Judy Tracy.
TMA Members | Free
Tohono Chul Members | $5
General Public | $10
April 2025
TMA Art Talk | Art that Piqued our Childhood Imaginations – 80 Years of Caldecott Awards
Thursday, April 17
10 – 11 AM
Wilson Room
Picture books are often people’s first experience with art. Revisit several winners of the Caldecott Medal for children’s book illustration and experience the magic! This talk will be given by Tucson Museum of Art Docent, Jan Weidenhammer.
TMA Members | Free
Tohono Chul Members | $5
General Public | $10
May 2025
TMA Art Talk | America in Stone and Steel
Thursday, May 15
10 – 11 AM
Wilson Room
The American landscape is dotted with statues, memorials and other sites designed to inspire, educate, and honor specific events or individuals. This Art Talk takes the time to analyze these as works of art. This talk will be given by Tucson Museum of Art Docent, Chuck Tampio.
TMA Members | Free
Tohono Chul Members | $5
General Public | $10