Phippen Museum, Prescott

About Phippen Museum

Phippen Museum, founded in 1974 in Prescott's Granite Dells, preserves and exhibits Western art through immersive exhibitions, a permanent collection, and a Western heritage collection. The museum's namesake, artist George Phippen, was a founding member of the Cowboy Artists of America and created the acclaimed Cowboy in a Storm sculpture. Visitors explore contemporary and traditional fine art spanning the region's unique history and cultural heritage. The museum hosts annual shows including the Western Art Show and Sale during Memorial Day weekend, the Miniature Masterpiece Art Show featuring small-format works, and Hold Your Horses, a prestigious exhibition devoted entirely to equine art by Western artists. Educational programs and art classes complement the gallery offerings. General admission is available Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Children 12 and under enter free. Seniors, AAA members, veterans, and military personnel pay $10 instead of the standard adult rate. Phippenartmuseum.org lists all current admission pricing and programs.