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April 2025 Events at The National Parks Store
April 1 - April 30
Wednesday, April 2, 12:00 PM
The missions of southern Arizona and northern Sonora, Mexico, remain standing today thanks to the diligent efforts of many over the centuries. Wendy Lotze, board member of the Southwestern Mission Research Center, will give an overview of these important historic monuments. Learn about the history of the Southwest borderlands and how you can experience these culturally valuable sites.
Pre-registration required. Space is limited. RSVP FOR 12 PM PRESENTATION
Saturday, April 5, 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday, April 6, 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday, April 6, 10 AM – 5 PM
Shop the exciting work of several local artists: David and Kay Boswell of Sonoran Laser Creation, Randy Lewis of Rusted Desert Metal Art, and Cecilia Pfeiffer de Widt of Crooked Finger Digital Art and Storyteller. Each artist works with a different and fascinating medium, inspired by the beauty of the world around them. Whether you’re curious about metalwork, storytelling, laser wood carvings, or digital art, there’s something for everyone at this eclectic expo. Enjoy Cecilia’s talk, “Art Tells a Story,” at 11 AM and 2 PM both days.
No reservation required.
Tuesday, April 22, 11 AM and 2 PM
Have you ever wondered how a national park site is designated? What’s the difference between a national memorial and a national monument? With 35 years of National Park Service experience and management, Butch Farabee will introduce you to the basic inner workings of our national parks and the agency that manages them.
Pre-registration required. Space is limited.
Please double check the event time prior to registering so you RSVP for the correct time you want.
National Park Week Special Presentation | A National Park Service Ranger’s Chronicles
Wednesday, April 23, 11 AM and 2 PM
Wednesday, April 23, 11 AM and 2 PM
Retired park superintendent Deb Liggett is a 25-year veteran of the National Park Service and has worked in Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Minnesota, Texas, and Wyoming. She will share what it’s like to work for the National Park Service and read from her book, Pilgrim, Paddler, Poet: The Ranger Chronicles: Tales from a Life in the National Parks, a must-read for rangers, aspiring rangers, armchair travelers, and lovers of the nation’s parklands.
Books are available for purchase and signing.
Pre-registration required. Space is limited.
Please double check the event time prior to registering so you RSVP for the correct time you want.
In-Person Film Screening | Bears by Disneynature
Saturday, April 26, 10:30 AM
In honor of National Park Week, enjoy a live screening of the 2014 documentary Bears, directed by Alastair Fothergill and narrated by John C. Reilly. This nature documentary tracks a mother brown bear, Sky, and her two newborn cubs, in the Alaskan wilderness. Experience an adventure story about the love, joy, struggle, and strength necessary for Sky to raise her family in the great outdoors.
Rated G. Runtime: 77 minutes. Disneynature. Suitable for 6+.
Pre-registration required. Space is limited. RSVP FOR 10:30 AM SCREENING
If you have questions, please contact Angela Seidler at 520-789-7404 or angela.seidler@wnpa.org.