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Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West celebrates the art, history and unique stories of the 19 states comprising the American West. The …

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4.5/5 · 678 reviews
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Nov 2, 2024
This is a very interesting museum. We had a wonderful docent who really explained the art work and the artists. We really enjoyed it. I have to admit that the parts we toured afterwards were not as i… Full review by DotsGirl2
Oct 19, 2024
This museum embodies the west. Beautiful paintings, gorgeous bronze sculptures, western garb and accessories, saddles and the like, memorabilia from western shows, and more. We took a docent tour … Full review by Beachbuckeyes
Oct 15, 2024
It was 105 outside and we had time to kill before our flight and checked out the museum. Exceeded expectations for sure! Lots of art with great context to learn about the artists and history. Staff w… Full review by travelplan24
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Established:2015
Type:Museum

Questions & answers

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How much time to see the museum so we can plan accordingly
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Probably should plan on about 2-1/2 to 3 hours depending on the exhibits.
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How much time to see the museum so we can plan accordingly
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Thereally is anot hourly video presentation 10-15 minutes then there is an optional tour of 2 areas, plan on 45 minutes for that, without tours plan minimum 1full hour to at least 1:30
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Does the museum offer wheelchair (free or rental), for visitors that are not able to walk for long distances?
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Thank you for your question. The museum has two wheelchairs on-site that guests can sign out at the main Visitor Services desk. The wheelchairs are free of charge, and available …
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Thank you for your question. The museum has two wheelchairs on-site that guests can sign out at the main Visitor Services desk. The wheelchairs are free of charge, and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Are the nearby public garages free?
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Don't know about garage costs. But there is plentiful FREE street parking and there tons of interesting g shop as within. Easy walking.
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WS: Can you tell us something about your upbringing and interest in the American West?
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Casey: I grew up in South Dakota—not the West, exactly—but we lived between two Indian Reservations, the Lower Brule and Crow Creek. My family owned...
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