MUSEUM SHOPS | August 2024

The Museum Shops is hosting the 34th Annual Navajo Rug Auction in the Palace of the Governors Courtyard on Saturday, August 10. For the last 33 years, this annual action has sold over 3,500 rugs, both contemporary and vintage. As in years past, the annual Navajo Rug Auction will showcase museum-quality rugs in wide ranging styles, including Two Grey Hills, Ganado, Teec Nos Pos, Yeis, and Pictorials. Past auctions have included works by weavers Julia Pete, Arnold Begay, Daisy Kee, Nora Bitah, and Eunice Joe. Noted auctioneer Bob Payne of Bloomfield, New Mexico, who has overseen the auction since its inception, will return to lead the bidding. Known among collectors for its great value in rug prices, the auction will showcase Navajo rugs in wide-ranging styles, including both contemporary and vintage weavings. We hope you appreciate the beauty in these special works of art and even find a few to bring home. For more info, email shopsinfo@museumfoundation.org.

The preview is from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. and bidding begins at 11:00 a.m. until all the rugs are sold. This event is open to all member levels and the community. Admission is free and bid cards are $5. Member discounts do not apply to rug sales.