2022 Special Topics Workshop - Phoenix
Though it was the last territory in the continental U.S. to gain its statehood, Arizona is home to many national treasures. The long history from before statehood can best be captured at Heard Museum , an internationally recognized collection dedicated to the advancement of American Indian art in all forms, including dance, pottery and paintings. The Heard Museum also features an exhibit called “Away from Home: American Indian Boarding School Stories,” which captures the often-untold stories of the American Indians and their experiences during the assimilation period, beginning in the 1870s.
The Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix is home to more than 50,000 species of cactuses, trees and flowers from throughout the region and deserts around the world, all on display throughout its 140 acres (55 of which are cultivated).
This beautiful landscape is also the backdrop for the garden’s seasonal events. The garden also features art installations intertwined with the flora each year.
Phoenix’s stunning Sonoran Desert scenery sets it apart from every major city in the United States.
Some Phoenix spa treatments are as unique as the landscape they’re in and use botanicals and minerals from local sources.
Whether you're in search of Southwestern or contemporary art, the world's largest collection of musical instruments, interactive science exhibits or really anything else, you can discover it all at one of Greater Phoenix's renowned museums.
Wine. Dine. Unwind. Retail therapy and aromatherapy are both on the agenda during this circuit of Greater Phoenix’s plentiful people pleasures.
Experience the region's American Indian culture at museums, ancient ruins and rock carvings
Gila River Hotels & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass
5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler, AZ 85226
Set on the Gila River Indian Reservation, adjacent to Interstate 10, this hotel with a 10,000-sq-ft casino and live entertainment is a 3-minute drive from the Phoenix Premium Outlets and a 5-minute drive from Whirlwind Golf Club.
Contemporary rooms and suites include 40-inch flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers and free Wi-Fi. Some have desert views and balconies. Suites add living rooms with work desks, and kitchenettes.
There are 8 dining options, including a 24-hour cafe and a steakhouse. The casino offers slots, table games and poker. There's also an outdoor pool, a sports bar, a nightclub, 5 meeting rooms and an outdoor event space.
Gila River Hotels & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass
Rate Expires: August 26, 2022
| Dates | Standard Room | Suite Room | |
| September 20, 2022 | $119.00 | $219.00 | |
| September 21, 2022 | $119.00 | $219.00 | |
| September 22, 2022 | $119.00 | $219.00 | |
| All guest room accommodations are subject to the current occupancy tax rate. The scheduled check-in time is 4:00 pm and checkout time is 12:00 pm (Noon). Early check-in and late checkout arrangements are subject to availability and must be made on an Individual basis. Guests must be 21 years of age to rent guestrooms. Individual Ccmcellatlons: Any guest rooms cancelled less than 48 hours prior to arrival are charged one night room and tax. Cut off Date: The "cut-off date" for accepting reservations Into the room block ls August 26, 2022. Reservations requests received after 5:00 p.m. local time at the Hotel on the cut-off date will be accepted at the Group rate, based on room type availability. Failure to reserve rooms before the cut-off date will not impact the enforceability of the attrition or cancellation clauses. | |||