Maturango Museum

Need some last-minute gift ideas? We've got you covered. We're open till 5:00 today and Saturday. Sunday hours 12-4.

What's better on a chilly day than cozy warm socks.
Solmate whimsically mismatched socks are designed to accentuate style and natural beauty - meant to be worn with confidence and pride. They are full of love, warmth and character.

Need some last-minute gifts or stocking stuffers? Maturango Museum has many unique gifts for all ages. Books, toys, handmade Stoneware Pottery by Lois, jewelry, clothing, and yard art, to name a few categories. Open 10-5 Mon-Sat and 12-4 on Sunday.

The Lifelight Lizard is THE LIGHT WITH A BITE. This handy little flashlight has a carabiner tail that can clip to backpacks, purses or anywhere! Just push the button on its back and the mouth clicks open for ultra bright light. Batteries are replaceable.
Available in the gift store.

Giving Tuesday, November 28th has been designated as a special day each year to remind people to donate to support their favorite charities. We at Maturango Museum hope that we can count on your support. Your financial support is critical to maintaining all of the programs and opportunities we offer in supporting the Northern Mojave Desert. This year we have made it easy to do. Click on this link or scan the QR code in the image below to add your support to the museum. We thank you for being volunteers, and participants in activities we offer throughout the year. Please share this post with your friends and thank you!
https://maturango.org/maturango-museum-giving-tuesday-2023/

The Museum will be closed Thanksgiving day..

Open Studios Tour is next weekend October 21 & 22 10am-4pm. You can visit local artists' studios here in the Indian Wells Valley. You can pick up a map at Maturango Museum and you can see samples of artists participating on display there.A map and poster are attached here as well.

Solar eclipse glasses have sold out.

Have you gotten your eclipse glasses for Saturday's Solar Eclipse? Get them here at the Museum; $1. plus tax.

CHILDREN'S HOUR Fri Oct 13th10:30am-11:30am
Stories, songs, and crafts. This month's theme is SPIDERS!
The program is geared toward ages 3-5 but all ages are welcome.
No pre-registration required.

Cereal box eclipse viewing workshop tomorrow Sat. Oct. 7 from
12 pm to 2 pm in preparation for the Annular Eclipse on October 14.
Bring your own cereal box and the Maturango Museum will provide the tools and other materials needed.

The Dinner Auction is SOLD OUT! Thank you.

Please thank and support our sponsors:

Ridgecrest Chamber Music Society
Sinclair Legal Counsel
Inyokern Airport
Saalex
Desert Valleys Federal Credit Union
Sinclair Tax Services
New Directions Technologies, Inc.
Hyla Nursery

September Equinox Event on Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 10 am to noon
The Maturango Museum is celebrating the September or Autumnal equinox on Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 10am to noon. We will have a sun/earth/moon model to view and crafts for adults and children alike. The China Lake Astronomical Society will set up their solar telescopes for safe viewing of the sun.

Opening Reception Saturday, September 23, 4 – 6pm
The Open Studio Tour is a wonderful way to meet many of our local artists and see the amazing array of talent that we have in our community. The exhibit will be in the Coso Room with examples of artwork from each of the 22 participating artists. Come in to see the variety of items and get a heads-up on what to expect at the various open studios during the tour weekend.

Wed Sept 20 at 10am find out about becoming a Docent.
Have you ever wanted to learn about our desert and share that knowledge with others? Well, now is your chance. Our Education Coordinator will be here to let you know what it takes to become a Maturango Museum Docent. Come join the fun!
(photo from Children's Hour)