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Event Calendar

November 1, 2009

Live at the Autry: The Cal State University Afro-Latin Ensemble
6:00–8:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Cal State LA's award-winning Afro-Latin Ensemble, directed by Dr. Paul De Castro, returns for an evening of driving rhythms and dancing. RSVP to 323.667.2000, ext. 250, by October 26. Autry members: Free / General admission: $5.


November 4, 2009

Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
8:00 p.m. Griffith Park

(half-price preview show)

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


November 5, 2009

Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
8:00 p.m. Griffith Park

(half-price preview show)

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


November 6, 2009

All-Members Exhibition Preview and Curator-Led Tours The Art of Native American Basketry: A Living Tradition
10:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m. Exhibition Preview
11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Curator-Led Tours
Griffith Park (members only)

All Autry members are invited to view the exhibition privately before it opens to the general public and to tour the gallery with Autry curators. Enjoy complimentary snacks and a beverage in the Golden Spur Cafe during your visit. Tour space is limited, so please reserve no later than Thursday, October 22, by calling 323.667.2000, ext. 394. Open to Autry members and one guest.


Autry Benefactors Exhibition Opening Reception: Art of Native American Basketry: A Living Tradition and Intertribal Arts Marketplace Awards Presentation
6:00–9:00 p.m. Griffith Park (members only)

(Turquoise–Gold Levels)
Autry benefactors receive two complimentary tickets to attend. Please reserve by calling 323.667.2000, ext. 375, no later than Friday, October 23.


November 7, 2009

Intertribal Arts Marketplace Members-Only Presale
8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast
8:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Members-Only Marketplace Private Shopping
Griffith Park (members only)

Arrive early to enjoy a light continental breakfast in the plaza and private shopping before the marketplace opens to the general public. Please reserve by Friday, October 23. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 380.


The Art of Native American Basketry: A Living Tradition Open to the Public
10:00 a.m. Griffith Park

The exhibit The Art of Native American Basketry: A Living Tradition opens to the public.


Intertribal Arts Marketplace
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Shop for unique jewelry, artwork, collectibles, and gifts featuring traditional and contemporary works by Native American artists. Meet the artists, participate in family activities, and enjoy performances throughout the weekend. Autry members: Free / Adults: $12 / Children, students, and seniors: $8.


Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
2:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
8:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


November 8, 2009

Intertribal Arts Marketplace
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Shop for unique jewelry, artwork, collectibles, and gifts featuring traditional and contemporary works by Native American artists. Meet the artists, participate in family activities, and enjoy performances throughout the weekend. Autry members: Free / Adults: $12 / Children, students, and seniors: $8.


Let's Make History at the Southwest! Hummingbird Feeder
1:00–2:00 p.m. Mt. Washington (free event/program)

The hummingbird is a source of inspiration for art in many Native American cultures. Invite hummingbirds into your yard with your own hummingbird feeder.


Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
2:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


November 12, 2009

Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
8:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


November 13, 2009

Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
8:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


November 14, 2009

Let's Make History! Basket Bookmark
1:00–3:00 p.m. Griffith Park (free with museum admission)

Take a walk through the exhibition The Art of Native American Basketry: A Living Tradition, and then create a basket-inspired bookmark to take home.


Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
2:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


NELAart Second Saturday Gallery Night Opening
7:00–10:00 p.m. Mt. Washington (free event/program)

Featuring Jerry Thompson
Opening Night: Saturday, November14, 7:00–10:00 p.m.
Exhibition Run: November 14–December 6
Meet Cherokee painter Jerry Thompson and gain a Native perspective on modern art. Enjoy Mexican hot chocolate and pan dulce.


Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
8:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


November 15, 2009

Third Sunday Jam With the Western Music Association
Noon–3:00 p.m. Mt. Washington (free with museum admission)

Contemporary performers, songwriters, and cowboy poets perform songs of the romantic days of the Old West and contemporary music of the American West.


Let's Make History! Plains Tipi
1:00–3:00 p.m. Griffith Park (free with museum admission)

Visit the Conquest Gallery, then create a miniature version of a tipi, home of the Plains Indian, to take back to your home.


Ethnobotanical Garden Tour
1:30–2:30 p.m. Mt. Washington (free event/program)

Southwest Museum of the American Indian
Southwest Museum docents will take you on a relaxing stroll through the ethnobotanical garden, highlighting the native plants of California and their uses by Native people of California. Free. Meet in the lower lobby.


Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
2:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


November 19, 2009

Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
8:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


November 20, 2009

Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
8:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


November 21, 2009

Oaxacan Bazaar: Show and Sale of Folk Art, Zapotec Rugs, and Embroidery
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Griffith Park (free event/program)

Museum Store, Griffith Park
Meet master carver Jacobo Angeles Ojeda; enjoy demonstrations of carving, painting and embroidery; and shop these colorful art forms. Members receive a 10% discount.


Southwest Museum Behind-the-Scenes Tour / Members Only
Noon - 1:00 p.m. Mt. Washington (members only)

Members-only private tour of the Southwest Museum and collection is limited to two people per membership, with a maximum of ten people per tour. Reservations are required. RSVP to 322.667.2000, ext. 391.


Jonathan Heritage Foundation Progressive Gallery Talk
2:00 p.m. Griffith Park (free with museum admission)

Art and artifacts take center stage in this progressive gallery talk with Autry curators and affiliated scholars as we explore how the West and California have inspired dreams and dreamers. Followed by a reception and conversation with John Macias, the Autry's 2009 Jonathan Heritage Foundation Fellow. Free with museum admission; reservations are required. E-mail bnakasato@autrynationalcenter.org or call 323.667.2000, ext. 340.


Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
2:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
8:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


November 22, 2009

Oaxacan Bazaar: Show and Sale of Folk Art, Zapotec Rugs, and Embroidery
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Griffith Park (free event/program)

Museum Store, Griffith Park
Meet master carver Jacobo Angeles Ojeda; enjoy demonstrations of carving, painting and embroidery; and shop these colorful art forms. Members receive a 10% discount.


Native Voices at the Autry presents: Carbon Black by Terry Gomez (Comanche)
2:00 p.m. Griffith Park

Trapped in a cramped apartment with an agoraphobic mother, a young boy claims he's witnessed a murder. His counselor, Lisa YellowTree, attempts to bring both the boy and his mother out of the shadows. $12 Autry members / $20 general admission. Group discount: 40% off. Call 323.667.2000, ext. 354.


2009 Los Angeles SKINS FEST Reception
6:00–9:00 p.m. Griffith Park

SKINS FEST hosts a closing reception for the three day, citywide festival celebrating Native American filmmakers in the city of Los Angeles. For tickets and more information about the festival, visit http://www.laskinsfest.com.


November 28, 2009

Holiday MAD*ness
Griffith Park (free event/program)

The Southland's finest cultural institutions have joined together to share reciprical membership benefits on Thanksgiving weekend, and Autry members are invited to enjoy this special offer.

Simply show your Autry card at participating institutions, and you'll receive:
- Free admission to 21 Southern California cultural institutions
- A 20% discount at museum stores

California Science Center
www.californiasciencecenter.org
213.744.7422

Cathedral of Our Lady of Angels
www.olacathedral.org
213.680.5277

Chinese American Museum
(Saturday only)
www.camla.org
213.485.8567  

Claremont Museum of Art
www.claremontmuseum.org
909.621.3200  

Craft and Folk Art Museum  
www.cafam.org
323.937.4230 x22  

Fowler Museum at UCLA
www.fowler.ucla.edu
310.206.7004  

J. Paul Getty Museum (both locations)
www.getty.edu
310.440.7300  

Hammer Museum
www.hammer.ucla.edu
310.443.7000  

Japanese American National Museum
www.janm.org
213.625.0414   

Library Store at the L.A. Central Library
www.librarystore.org
213.228.7550   

Los Angeles County Museum of Art
www.lacma.org
323.857.6146  

The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
MOCA Grand Avenue
www.moca.org  
213.621.1710   

The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA
www.moca.org  
213.625.1391

MOCA Pacific Design Center
www.moca.org   
310.289.5223 

Orange County Museum of Art
www.ocma.net   
949.759.1122

Pacific Asia Museum
www.pacificasiamuseum.org 
626.449.2742 x20

Paley Center for Media
www.paleycenter.org
310.786.1046   

Pasadena Museum of California Art
www.pmcaonline.org
626.568.3665   

Pasadena Museum of History
www.pasadenahistory.org
626.577.1660   

San Diego Museum of Art
www.sdmart.org 
619.696.1971   

Santa Monica Museum of Art
www.smmoa.org
310.586.6488   

Skirball Cultural Center
www.skirball.org
310.440.4505     


November 29, 2009

Family Playhouse! Friendship Bracelets
1:30–3:00 p.m. Griffith Park (free with museum admission)

Learn about the art of Chinese knots and make a knotted friendship bracelet to wear.


Holiday MAD*ness
Griffith Park (free event/program)

The Southland's finest cultural institutions have joined together to share reciprical membership benefits on Thanksgiving weekend, and Autry members are invited to enjoy this special offer.

Simply show your Autry card at participating institutions, and you'll receive:
- Free admission to 21 Southern California cultural institutions
- A 20% discount at museum stores

California Science Center
www.californiasciencecenter.org
213.744.7422

Cathedral of Our Lady of Angels
www.olacathedral.org
213.680.5277

Chinese American Museum
(Saturday only)
www.camla.org
213.485.8567  

Claremont Museum of Art
www.claremontmuseum.org
909.621.3200  

Craft and Folk Art Museum  
www.cafam.org
323.937.4230 x22  

Fowler Museum at UCLA
www.fowler.ucla.edu
310.206.7004  

J. Paul Getty Museum (both locations)
www.getty.edu
310.440.7300  

Hammer Museum
www.hammer.ucla.edu
310.443.7000  

Japanese American National Museum
www.janm.org
213.625.0414   

Library Store at the L.A. Central Library
www.librarystore.org
213.228.7550   

Los Angeles County Museum of Art
www.lacma.org
323.857.6146  

The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
MOCA Grand Avenue
www.moca.org  
213.621.1710   

The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA
www.moca.org  
213.625.1391

MOCA Pacific Design Center
www.moca.org   
310.289.5223 

Orange County Museum of Art
www.ocma.net   
949.759.1122

Pacific Asia Museum
www.pacificasiamuseum.org 
626.449.2742 x20

Paley Center for Media
www.paleycenter.org
310.786.1046   

Pasadena Museum of California Art
www.pmcaonline.org
626.568.3665   

Pasadena Museum of History
www.pasadenahistory.org
626.577.1660   

San Diego Museum of Art
www.sdmart.org 
619.696.1971   

Santa Monica Museum of Art
www.smmoa.org
310.586.6488   

Skirball Cultural Center
www.skirball.org
310.440.4505     






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