Look What We Found!

Volunteers of the Oro Valley Historical Society have been working hard this summer to digitize all of our collection – photos, documents, artifacts, and more.  We are bringing our historical archives to the 21st century through new technology!  You will be able to visit the Pusch House Museum at historic Steam Pump Ranch to see items that we have not displayed before, and others will feel like old friends.   Our rotating exhibits will be on pause as we continue the digitization process throughout the year.  The displays will look different, and volunteers will be on-site to share stories, answer questions, and provide additional information, as always.  Stop by the Heirloom Farmers’ Market and take a stroll to the Pusch House Museum every Saturday from 9 a.m. – noon.  We look forward to seeing you there – history loves company!

On this day, our naturalist will be guiding visitors on one hour gentle walking tours around the Ranch sharing stories about the plants, animals, people, and geology of our area.  Tours end at our Heritage Garden, where plants that have been sustaining Southern Arizona populations for thousands of years are growing right now.  Also, you can see a replica of a Hohokam pit house.

Tours of the Museum and the Ranch are complimentary, and donations are gratefully accepted.