Events

Our special events include cultural events, community programs, member-only programs, and more! Join us today as an attendee or sponsor.

Events

Our special events include cultural events, community programs, member-only programs, and more! Join us today as an attendee or sponsor.

Cultural Weekends

An Exceptional Setting. Masters Artisans at Work.

Observe and engage first-hand with award-winning artists as they use the pure, authentic, hand-crafting techniques passed down through generations. Shop for a cause and support Cabot’s legacy of cultural respect, art, and community.

One Spectacular Weekend:

Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. and Sunday: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Firing of the posts and Live Auction

11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Weather Permitting

FEBRUARY 23-25, 2024

Mata Ortiz potters are Lydia Quezada, Lila Silveira, Trini Silveira, and Evelin Silveira.

Meet Lydia Quezada Celado de Talavera. She is the youngest sister r of Juan Quezada, the man widely credited for the Mata Ortiz pottery movement. Lydia, a first-generation potter, creates the style of black-on-black pottery, works in white and brown clays, and her pottery is smooth, thin-walled, and lightweight—all three hallmarks of the quality of Mata Ortiz ceramic.

Both Trini and Lila Silveira are second generation potters and sisters. Trini is well known for the simple elegance of her pottery that have precisely painted designs—a combination of finely detailed lines that form a geometric pattern of precision. Most recently, she has been experimenting with liquid gold in her designs. Lila was taught by Juan Quezada, who under his guidance, learned how to dig and refine the clay, develop painting techniques, and fire the pot on the ground in the traditional method. She is proud to carry on the traditions Juan taught, always adhering to the highest standards of quality.

Evelin Silveira, a third-generation potter, who began her artistic journey under the guidance of her mother, Lila Silveira. She has participated in art competitions throughout Mexica and has been honored to be recognized as a young Mata Ortiz potter.

Community Programs

April 20, 2024-Earth Day

10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Community Programs

April 20, 2024-Earth Day

Cabot Yerxa built the pueblo (museum) using recyclable materials. He believed in cultural respect and these programs capture the essence of sharing culture with each other and the community.

Earth Day is a special day when we honor our planet by exploring the museum’s grounds in search of plants and evidence of animals.

Cabot Yerxa built the pueblo (museum) using recyclable materials. He believed in cultural respect and these programs capture the essence of sharing culture with each other and the community.

Earth Day is a special day when we honor our planet by exploring the museum’s grounds in search of plants and evidence of animals.

Artisans at the Pueblo

Cabot believed in creating and nurturing an artistic community. In this spirit, we invite local artists to Cabot’s Pueblo Museum to share their artwork with Desert Hot Springs and the wider Coachella Valley. Artisans at the Pueblo embody Cabot’s vision of bringing art, culture, and people together. Local artists will be part of our storytelling evening.

Artisans at the Pueblo

Cabot believed in creating and nurturing an artistic community. In this spirit, we invite local artists to Cabot’s Pueblo Museum to share their artwork with Desert Hot Springs and the wider Coachella Valley. Artisans at the Pueblo embody Cabot’s vision of bringing art, culture, and people together. Local artists will be part of our storytelling evening.

Future Dates:

NOVEMBER 4, 2023:

9:30am – 1:30pm

DECEMBER 2, 2023:

9:30am – 1:30pm

JANUARY 13, 2024:

9:30am – 1:30pm

FEBRUARY 10, 2024:

9:30am – 1:30pm

Future Dates

December 14, 2024

January 11, 2025

February 8, 2025

March 8, 2025