It was an overcast day, but we found plenty to photograph at The Amerind Foundation yesterday. Right outside of the museum door are two lovely wooden statues. This is Saint Francis with his friends. It doesn’t look very stunning at first glance but careful study shows that it is a very thoughtful piece, and is quite calming to look at, taking in the reflections of our own emotions on the muted faces of the animals.
Visit their website at
to see the many interesting activities that they have there throughout the year. It is a place of true calming beauty.
Adventures of Dorrie Anne 
Minnie and I spent most of a day there in during our stay in Sierra Vista. Very enjoyable!
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We got there late in the afternoon – just before the museum itself closed, but we had about an hour on the grounds to photograph. It was quite pleasant.
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I remember learning about St. Francis of Assisi in school. He is definitely one of the memorable saints for me. 🙂
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Anyone who loves animals is A-okay in my book! ;->
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The statue definitely conveys a sense of peace. This looks like a must-see when we’re in AZ. Thank you!
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The museum is quite lovely, too, with many beautiful artifacts (pottery, etc.), and a wonderful art collection by the Fulton family.
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That’s a great shot of it, Judilyn.
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Everyone was waiting a turn to photograph it.
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Wow what a great place I didn’t know of. Thanks for putting it on my list. Wonder what the founder would think of how the mission changed from field work after his death. So glad they are protecting the artifacts. I am usually not a museum goer anymore but I loved the Native Abbey museum in Bar Harbor which is much smaller than this but started by a similar founder.
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It is quite a surprise out there in the middle of nowhere.
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Hi! I’m Simi an italian ! I’m a cook! I love San Francesco D’Assisi! I follow your blog it’s very nice! sorry for my english!
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Welcome! Cooking is very satisfying. I love to do it. Hope you will enjoy my pictures! ;->
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yes!!!! very beautiful!!!!
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Glad you like it! ;->
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