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Celebrating Ceramics
MASTER POTTERS OF THE SOUTHERN DESERTS When: October 5–15, 2001 Where: Southern Arizona,
Southern New Mexico, and Northern Mexico How Much: $1,995 ($350 single supplement) This new tour explores the ceramic traditions and cultures of the Hohokam, Mimbres, and Casas Grandes people. The trip includes visits to a number of pottery exhibits, This ancient doorway is just one of including a behind-the-scenes many fascinating architectural details tour of the more than 10,000 found at Casas Grandes. pots at the Arizona State Museum. You’ll also visit Hohokam sites such as Pueblo Grande in Phoenix, and the Spanish mission of San Xavier del Bac. Also included is a tour of the Gila Cliff Dwellings in New Mexico, a daylong exploration of the vast ruins of Casas Grandes in Mexico, and a visit with the potters of Mata Ortiz. Throughout the trip experts will join the tour and share their knowledge with the group, including Jerry Brody, Cynthia Bettison, and Paul Minnis.
C O N S E R V A N C Y
The Wonders of Oaxaca OAXACA
When: October 26–November 4, 2001 Where: Oaxaca, Mexico How Much: $1,895 ($250 single supplement)
Join us in Oaxaca, located in a semitropical valley surrounded by the peaks of the Sierra Madre del Sur. In addition to taking part in Day of the Dead festivities, our tour explores the ancient Mixtecan and Zapotecan archaeological sites in the region, including Mitla, Monte Albán, Zaachila, and Dainzú. You’ll travel to several crafts villages, where you’ll find exquisite weaving, pottery, carved animals, and other local art. Throughout the tour you’ll have opportunities to explore the city of Oaxaca, including its museums and markets.
Upcoming Tours – Winter 2002
JIM WALKER
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GUATEMALA AND TIKAL Our tour explores the world of the Maya in Guatemala and features an in-depth look at Tikal, located in the Petén rainforest.
VERACRUZ Join us in Mexico’s oldest port city, Veracruz, for an exciting look at Olmec, Totonac, Huastec, Maya, Aztec, and Spanish cultures that have dominated the region for thousands of years.
JIM WALKER
Visitors explore the extensive ruins at Monte Albán, a city built by the Zapotec and Mixtec.
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