Stories of Water, Land, and Life in the Lower Verde Valley Speaker Series at the River of Time Museum & Exploration Center

Explore the stories that shaped the Lower Verde Valley! Join the River of Time Museum & Exploration Center for an engaging speaker series featuring local experts, historians, and community voices as they explore the rich history, cultural heritage, vibrant ecosystems, and vital natural resources that define our region. Discover how water and land have shaped the Lower Verde Valley's past, present, and future through a diverse lineup of programs ranging from family-friendly watershed adventures and historic mining tales to fascinating cultural journeys. There's a story for everyone! 

Fall Line-up
Saturday, September 12, 2026 “Where Does our Water Come From?”
Speaker: Tom Harrell, Water Resource Analyst, EPCOR USA
Time: 10:00-11:00am
Location: River of Time Museum & Exploration Center
Cost: $10, Space is limited. To register and purchase tickets, please visit www.riveroftime.center/calendar.  You may also pay at the door.
 
Saturday, October 10, 2026 “People of the River: The Hohokam in the Verde Valley”
Speaker: Jeff Ross, Docent, Heard Museum and S’edav Va’aki Museum
Time: 10:00-11:00am
Location: River of Time Museum & Exploration Center
Cost: $10, Space is limited. To register and purchase tickets, please visit www.riveroftime.center/calendar.  You may also pay at the door.
 
Saturday, November 7, 2026 “From Mountain to Gem: The Story of Mining in Arizona”
Speaker: To be announced
Time: 10:00-11:00am
Location: River of Time Museum & Exploration Center
Cost: $10, Space is limited. To register and purchase tickets, please visit www.riveroftime.center/calendar.  You may also pay at the door.
 
Saturday, December 12, 2026 “Wildlife of the Verde River Corridor”
Speaker: David Gressly, Executive Director, Friends of the Verde River
Time: 10:00-11:00am
Location: River of Time Museum & Exploration Center
Cost: $10, Space is limited. To register and purchase tickets, please visit www.riveroftime.center/calendar.  You may also pay at the door.