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SAGES & IPEG Tours

Tour 1: Taliesin West

Date: Thursday, April 23rd
Approx. Time: Depart 8:30 AM - 4 hours
Fee: $75.00 per person

Visit Taliesin West, the main campus of the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture. It began as the winter home of Wright in 1937. The buildings were designed and built by apprentices over many years. The docent-guided tour of the grounds includes Wright’s living quarters, private office, Cabaret and Music Pavilion. A glimpse into Wright’s philosophy of integrating indoor and outdoor spaces. Following Taliesin West, you will visit one of Wright’s final designs, Gammage Auditorium at ASU. Now on the National Register of Historic Places, the building continues to make history. The tour also visits the Arizona Biltmore where Wright’s influence can be seen in the decorative details and general massing.

Tour 2: Sedona Art Tour

Date: Friday, April 24th
Approx. Time: Depart 7:30 AM - Return 5:00 PM approx. 8.5 hours
Fee: $140.00 per person, including lunch
Note: Please wear comfortable shoes for walking

Travel from Scottsdale through the Sonoran Desert to the colorful red rocks of Sedona, a unique geological area that has mesmerized visitors for decades. See the rock monoliths named Coffeepot, Cathedral and Bell Rock. There join a local guide who will introduce you to Sedona’s art community, where you will visit art galleries and artists’ studios and learn more about why this area is an inspiration for painters and sculptures. Includes lunch at Tlaquepaque, a picturesque arts and crafts village.

Tour 3: Native American Heritage Tour

Date: Friday, April 24th
Approx. Time: Depart 8:00 AM - approx. 5.5 hours
Fee: $85.00 per person, including lunch

Start with a visit to the Pueblo Grand Museum and Archaeological Park to learn about the original residents of Phoenix. See the Hohokam Indian ruins located in the heart of Phoenix as well as exhibits about the Hohokam culture. The tour then continues to the world-renown Heard Museum, displaying both historical and contemporary Native American art, jewelry, pottery, & baskets. Your docent will share perspective and detailed explanations about the different cultures. Includes lunch at the Arcadia Farms Café on site.