TUCSON, Ariz (June 2, 2026) — The Treasury 1929, the sprawling 16,000-square-foot hospitality venue housed within one of downtown Tucson’s most storied landmarks, today unveils Emerald 29, its latest secret. A subterranean jewel tucked beneath the main Treasury 1929 floor, this speakeasy lounge rewards those who know where to look with an intimate, hidden atmosphere. When the green light glows from the Congress Street entrance, Emerald 29 is open. Located at 2 East Congress Street, the lounge welcomes the public Thursday through Saturday from 8 p.m. to midnight, though select events may require a door cover. 21+ over only. In a nod to the clandestine spirit of Dillinger’s era, the doors will go dark on select nights; guests are encouraged to consult social media before making the journey.
Painted from floor to ceiling in deep emerald and lit for intimacy, Emerald 29 channels the romance of Bergman-Bogart’s Casablanca and the grit of the Sonoran Desert, banking on nearly a century of history inside a structure that has stood intact since 1929. The 80-seat lounge offers spaces worthy of Hepburn and Tracy, Johnson and Dornan, and every slow burn that came after, with secret alcoves, cubbyholes for whispered conversation, sultry banquettes for long, titillating evenings, and, as the centerpiece, a restored vault that once housed hundreds of original safe-deposit boxes.
“Emerald 29 is what happens when a building has this much history and you decide to lean into it rather than paper over it,” said Chef Daniel Scordato, owner and creator of Treasury 1929. “We wanted a cocktail lounge that felt like a discovery and a place that rewards the people who find it."
The sophisticated and sensual cocktail program was specifically designed to complement the room's ambiance and its Southern Arizona location, with regional flavors, bold ingredients and a sense of place. To name a few, The Sandia Fria, a chili-infused Hornitos Silver with watermelon liquor, lime, and a tajín rim, brings the Sonoran Desert to the glass. The Seaport, an ode to the Baja, a composed pour of mezcal, green chartreuse, lemon, and orange bitters, signals that this is not a casual bar program. The Speakeasy Sangria rounds out the menu with Latin history: red wine, brandy, peach liquor, and muddled cherry and orange, bringing fruit-forward flavors.
The Treasury 1929 has devoted equal attention to guests who prefer to skip the spirits. While nearly every cocktail on the menu is available in a non-alcoholic version, Emerald 29’s zero-proof program stands on its own. The N.A. Groni, built on Empress NA gin, Giffard aperitif, and NA sweet vermouth, is as composed as anything on the full bar. The Learning to Fly, a bright pour of Empress NA gin, blueberry syrup, and lemon, and the Milano-Torino, a bittersweet aperitivo-style sipper, round out a program designed for sipping, not substituting.
Emerald 29's small bites menu is as carefully composed as its cocktail program. The Crispy Artichoke Confit with Lemon Aioli ($13.50) and the Hummus with Grilled Eggplant, Herb Tomato, and Parmigiano Croutons ($9.50) offer lighter options for grazing. The Chicken Meatballs with Baked Ricotta and Tomato Sauce ($12.50) and the Toasted Italian Pinza with Italian Meats, Giardiniera, and Stracciatella ($14.95) bring something more substantial to the table. All designed to complement a long, unhurried evening.
Emerald 29 launches with a summer calendar of live music and entertainment. All performances begin at 8 p.m. with no cover charge unless otherwise noted:
Thursday, June 11 | Trey Bryant and Freddy Jay: Two of Tucson’s most wide-ranging musicians jam together. Bryant on saxophone across jazz, R&B, and hip-hop. Freddy Jay Walker, the Tucson Hip Hop Awards 2024 R&B Artist of the Year, on guitar and bass. No cover.
Friday, June 12 | Coast vs. Cascade: A Pinot Noir Tasting Experience Two regions. One grape. The Willamette Valley brings earth, structure, and quiet complexity. Russian River Valley answers with silk, fruit, and coastal confidence. Dynamic Dos Suenos provides music. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., guided tasting runs 6 to 8 p.m. Light bites included. $87 per guest, tax included.
Saturday, June 13 | Blue Dream Duo: Guitarist Joshua Rhoads and vocalist Chelsee Hicks work through a repertoire built on vintage jazz and pop, such as “Cry Me a River,” “Fever,” and “The Girl from Ipanema.” Intimate and unhurried. No cover.
Thursday, June 18 | Annamarie Smith-Butz: Nearly five decades of performance and she sings each lyric like it was her first. Jazz, Broadway, and the Great American Songbook. No cover.
Thursday, June 25 | Bibire Harmony: Jazz, blues, neo-soul, and R&B from an acclaimed vocalist who has performed across the U.S. and around the world for 15 years. No cover.
Friday, June 26 | Erin Anderson: Tucson vocalist and actress, swings through jazz standards. No cover.
AvanThursday, July 9 | Aria Ratcliff: Berklee College of Music student and Tucson singer-songwriter pulling from jazz, Motown, R&B, and neo-soul. No cover.
The Treasury 1929 is located in downtown Tucson. Emerald 29 is open to the public for select programming and available for private events. Visit the website The Treasury 1929 and Emerald 29’s social media pages (Instagram and Facebook) for current events.
About The Treasury 1929
The Treasury 1929 is a 16,000-square-foot event and hospitality venue located in a restored historic bank building in downtown Tucson. Spanning three floors, the venue combines architectural significance with modern functionality, offering space for weddings, corporate events, private celebrations, and public programming. Under the direction of Daniel Scordato, Treasury 1929 integrates in-house culinary execution, flexible event formats, and a fully indoor, climate-controlled environment designed for year-round use.
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