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.
Tour an authentic turn-of-the-century underground mine. Slicker, hard hat and head lamp provided. …
Upcoming Heritage & Culture Events
Fiesta de San Agustin- Aug. 30 A celebration of St. Augustine, Tucson's patron saint, including the Mass at St. Augustine's Cathedral, a procession to Armory Park with a statue of the saint from the collection at Arizona History Museum, and an outdoors festival., 520-792-4806; 520-838-2531.
Children's Social Powwow- Oct. 4 Children lead traditional celebration of Native American culture, featuring inter-tribal singers, dancers, and drummers from across the United States; native foods; and arts and craft vendors., Tucson Children's Museum, (520) 792-9985.
Traditional American Indian Feast- Oct. 4 Traditional foods of Native American tribes from throughout the United States, ranging from buffalo to prickly pear, and live entertainment are featured at dinner served under the stars., 520-622-4900 (Native American Co-op).
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.
