18
September2026
Western Spirit, lecture: “Mac Schweitzer Rides On: The Artist and Her Legacy.”At 3pm, pm Friday, September 18, 2026, come celebrate Mac’s last ride on the big screen at Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West. Ann Hedlund will present an illustrated talk and then meet visitors in the gallery for Q&A.
3 pm-4 pmWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, AZ
27
September2026
Final day of “Mac Schweitzer: A Southwest Maverick Rediscovered”!
11:00am-5pmWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, AZ
15
November2026
Luncheon and Lecture by Ann Hedlund, Tucson Museum of Art Western Art PatronsThe TMA Western Art Patrons will enjoy lunch and a talk about Mac by Ann Hedlund on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at the Tucson Museum of Art. To join them, visit the museum’s website.
10
February2027
Tumamoc Author Series with Ann Hedlund, moderated by Shelby TisdaleOn Wednesday, February 10, 2027, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm, Ann will share stories about Mac’s adventures in the Southwest with moderator Shelby Tisdale on Tumamoc Hill in Tucson, sponsored by the UA Southwest Center.
5:30-6:30 pmTumamoc Hill, Tucson, AZ
Past Events
17
September2025
GCAS Talk: “Mac and her Adventures in SW Archaeology”The Grant County Archaeological Society will host an illustrated presentation about Mac Schweitzer by author Ann Hedlund on Wednesday, Sept. 17. Non-members are welcome to attend this FREE talk. For more information, see here.
6:30pmRoundup Lodge in San Lorenzo, NM
(91 Acklin Hill Rd Hanover NM 88041)
(91 Acklin Hill Rd Hanover NM 88041)
17
October2025
Western Spirit Members’ Exclusive PreviewMuseum members and special guests are invited to preview the exhibition, “Mac Schweitzer: A Southwest Maverick Rediscovered” on Friday, October 17th.
9:30am-5pmWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, AZ
18
October2025
Mac Exhibition Opens to the PublicCome view “Mac Schweitzer: A Southwest Maverick Rediscovered,” with more than one hundred paintings, prints, and sculptures by the mid-century artist Mac Schweitzer, on display until September 30, 2026. For directions, parking and hours, see here. For more about what’s to see, read here.
9:30am-5pmWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, AZ
30
October2025
Public Talk, “Who Was Mac S.?”Join author/curator Ann Hedlund for an illustrated talk on Thursday evening, October 30th, that explores how Mac Schweitzer became an artist, what inspired her work, and what kind of creative experiments she pursued. A booksigning will follow. For more information, see here.
6pm-7:30pmWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, AZ
5
November2025
Mac Schweitzer: Mid-Century Expressions of the Sonoran DesertAnn Hedlund will speak during Tucson Modernism Week about the rise of Tucson as a mid-century arts colony, with Mac Schweitzer as a leading participant. For more details, and to register for this Wednesday, Nov. 5 event, see here.
6:30pm-8pmTucson Museum of Art, Tucson, AZ
6
November2025
Western Spirit Opens on Thursday Evenings!From November through April, view Western Spirit’s exhibitions and shop until 9 pm on Thursdays; stroll Old Town and visit other galleries that say open late, too.
9:30am-9pmWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, AZ
20
November2025
Panel discussion/booksigning, “Rediscovering Mac S.” with Mark Bahti and Betsy Fahlman, A. Nelson, moderatorOn Thursday evening, November 20th, moderator Andrew Nelson brings together author/curator Ann Hedlund with two of her collaborators, Mark Bahti and Betsy Fahlman, for an exciting conversation about where artist Mac Schweitzer came from and how her work fits into the Western art world. A booksigning will follow. For more details, and to register for this Thursday, Nov. 20 event, see here.
6pm-7:30pmWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, AZ
1
December2025
Discussion & Booksigning with author Ann Hedlund & Tom White (Mac’s son)Join us on Monday evening, December 1st, for a stimulating conversation between author Ann Hedlund and Tom White, the son of artist Mac Schweitzer. Tom is a well-known Albuquerque restaurateur (Two Fools Tavern! Il Vicino! Canteen Brewhouse!). After a brief illustrated talk, the two will discuss Mac’s adventures in Navajo and Hopi country during the 1950s and early 1960s. They will also (try to) answer your questions and sign books!
6pm-7:30pmBookworks, Albuquerque, NM
1
December2025
Discussion & Booksigning with author Ann Hedlund & Tom White (Mac’s son)Join us on Monday evening, December 1st, for a stimulating conversation between author Ann Hedlund and Tom White, the son of artist Mac Schweitzer. Tom is a well-known Albuquerque restaurateur (Two Fools Tavern! Il Vicino! Canteen Brewhouse!). After a brief illustrated talk, the two will discuss Mac’s adventures in Navajo and Hopi country during the 1950s and early 1960s. They will also (try to) answer your questions and sign books!
6pm-7:30pmBookworks, Albuquerque, NM
31
January2026
Friends of Western Art Annual MeetingJoin this exclusive FWA membership group to celebrate art in the West. The day’s festivities include a lecture by Ann Hedlund.
Amerind Museum, Dragoon AZ
5
February2026
Artwalk, Silver CityOn first Fridays of each month, downtown galleries in Silver City stay open from 5 to 7 pm, with special receptions, refreshments, and great conversations. Stop by Karen Hymer’s Light Art Space gallery on Broadway to view selected works by artist Mac Schweitzer and photographer Larry Ollivier in the Flash! Gallery, and tour many other downtown galleries!
5pm-7pmLight Art Space
Silver City, NM
Silver City, NM
8
February2026
Illustrated talk, Flash GalleryJoin us for an informal illustrated talk on Sunday afternoon, February 8th, about Mac Schweitzer by author/curator Ann Hedlund. Stay for the booksigning and see selected works on display by Mac Schweitzer and photographer Larry Ollivier. The exhibit will be on display until February 28th.
3pm-4:30pmLight Art Space,
Silver City, NM
Silver City, NM
28
February2026
Last day to see the Schweitzer/Ollivier show in the Flash! Gallery.
Light Art Space,
Silver City, NM
Silver City, NM
14-15
March2026
Tucson Book FestivalMeet your favorite authors, see hundreds of book displays, hear great lectures and panel discussions!
9:30-5:30University of Arizona
26
March2026
Cowgirl Up! Art From the Other Half of the WestAttend the invitational exhibition and sale with guest lecture by Ann Hedlund.
Desert Caballeros Western Museum