Events calendar

Fort Open to Plaza Access

Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site

Mar 8 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

The public is invited inside the reconstruction of Bent’s Old Fort, entering through the zaguan gate and into the plaza. Park Rangers will be present to explain the features of the fort and its 20 th century reconstruction. Entry into the...

Ranger Talk

Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site

Mar 8 10:00 am – 11:00 am

The Sand Creek ranger talk explores the events of the mid 1800's and describes some of the social, economic, and political factors that contributed to the Sand Creek Massacre. Please not that this program is a stationary talk, not a walking tour.

Critter Chat

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 8 10:00 am – 10:30 am

Join a ranger for a talk about the unique animals that call this deserrt home!

Mar 8 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Meet painter Susan Libby and photographer Kelley Wolfe as they exhibit their unique nature-inspired work. Paintings and photography available for purchase. To learn more about the work of these two unique artists, read our artist spotlight. No...

Mar 8 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Join a Volunteer Interpretive Ranger at the Signal Hill Ramada for a 1-hour guided walk where you will learn about the Civilian Conservation Corp and the work they did at Signal Hill and in Saguaro National Park. The walk will continue to the Hohokam...

Ranger Program

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

Mar 8 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm

Visit the Visitor Center at Mission San José to explore a mission topic with a park ranger.

Sunset Walk/Talk

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 8 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

A relaxed sunset program, designed for all ages, exploring the plants, wildlife, and people of the Sonoran Desert. Talks change daily; inquire at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for details.

Sunset Walk/Talk

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 8 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

A relaxed sunset program, designed for all ages, exploring the plants, wildlife, and people of the Sonoran Desert. Talks change daily; inquire at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for details.

Evening Program

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Mar 8 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

A formal interpretive talk on the history, ecology, and/or culture of the Sonoran Desert. Talks change daily; inquire at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for details.