Enjoy a fascinating journey through Southern Arizona's diverse history. Explore ancient Native American archaeological sites from Murray Springs and Signal Hill to Dankworth Village. Stroll historic Tubac, Arizona's first European settlement and follow the trails of early Spanish explorers and missionaries. See reenactments of the Gunfight at the OK Corral. Learn how mining shaped Western towns like Bisbee or stroll through the Dragoon Mountains-a historic homeland of the Apache Indians and former hideout of Chief Cochise.
Historic Anza Trail Follow the same trail the Spanish did to colonize California.
Western Experience Walk in the footsteps of Wyatt Earp, Pancho Villa and Cochise.
Military History Discover Native American Warriors, Spanish Conquistadors, the U.S. Calvary and even Cold War missiles.
Missions & Churches Experience the beauty of our places of worship dating back hundreds of years.
Our Rich Past Learn about ancient native Americans, Spanish colonization, mining history and more.
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Upcoming Heritage & Culture Events
Viva Arizona!- Aug. 2 A music and dance production showcasing the 100-year history and evolution of Tucson's Hispanic musical heritage; with live bands, multimedia presentations, meaningful historical narration, and sensational dancing., 520-621-3341 Centennial Hall Box Office.
Viva Fiesta- Aug. 2 The Arizona Historical Society will conduct a "Storycorps" program, modeled on National Public Radio's oral history project, at which attendees can reminisce about how music and dance has influenced them in their everyday lives. Authentic Mexican and Spanish food and drink will also be available. Centennial Hall Box Office., (520) 621-3341.
Fiesta de San Agustin- Aug. 30 An evening of music, food, art, and entertainment celebrating the 1775 founding of El Presidio de Tucson and Tucson's patron saint, San Agustín. A highlight is the Mass at St. Augustine Cathedral, with Bishop Gerald F. Kicanas presiding, followed by a procession to Armory Park featuring a statue of San Agustín from the permanent collection of the Arizona History Museum.
Tucson's birthday celebrated at outdoor festival honoring Tucson’s patron saint, Saint Augustine. Music, art exhibits, and speakers at Armory Park, and mass at Saint Augustine Cathedral., 520-792-4806; 520-838-2531.
Set in Stone: 2000 Years of Gem and Mineral Trade in the Southwest- Dec. 21 - Feb. 28 December 21, 2007 - February 28, 2010: Exhibit explores how turquoise, Arizona's state gem, has brought trade and influence to the Southwest for centuries and shows how modern techniques unlock stories set in the ancient stone., 520-621-6302.
DeGrazia Gallery Exhibit- Mar. 28 - Sep. 8 New exhibition of sketches by acclaimed Tucson artist, the late Ted DeGrazia includes more than 50 black-and-white drawings of daily life he witnessed during his frequent trips to Mexico., 520-299-9191.
