Events and tours from outside organizations.
Arizona State Museum is partnering with the Smithsonian to offer a unique and engaging professional development workshop that demonstrates the application of the Harvard Project Zero's Look-Listen-Connect teaching strategy to engage students with content. Teachers will learn about and examine corridos and blues music traditions, look at an ASM collection object and corrido to think […]
Well, it might be - the Oro Valley Historical Society has had two investigations by the Tucson Paranormal Society and certainly felt breezes, saw artifacts move, and communicated with spirits. But today, we want to welcome you to the Pusch House Museum to see artifacts from our collection. Self-guided tours are complimentary, and donations are […]
Experience the unforgettable vibrant tradition of Tubac’s annual Día de los Muertos celebration, a beautiful event that brings the community together to honor those who have passed. Also known as Day of the Dead, this cultural tradition is rooted in the belief that the spirits of our loved ones return to visit us during this […]
Barrio Stories: 10-Year Celebration November 12–15, 2026 Tucson Convention Center – Alva B. Torres Plaza For ten years, Borderlands Theater’s Barrio Stories has brought the histories, memories, and lived experiences of Tucson’s oldest barrios to life through bold, professional theater rooted in community. This special anniversary edition marks that milestone with a larger celebration of […]
Barrio Stories: 10-Year Celebration November 12–15, 2026 Tucson Convention Center – Alva B. Torres Plaza For ten years, Borderlands Theater’s Barrio Stories has brought the histories, memories, and lived experiences of Tucson’s oldest barrios to life through bold, professional theater rooted in community. This special anniversary edition marks that milestone with a larger celebration of […]
The Oro Valley Historical Society is opening more of our collection in the Pusch House Museum to the community and keeping it available all year long. Stroll through our exhibits, revisit your favorites, and experience Oro Valley history at your own pace. Self-guided tours are free with donations gratefully accepted to help us keep Oro […]
Barrio Stories: 10-Year Celebration November 12–15, 2026 Tucson Convention Center – Alva B. Torres Plaza For ten years, Borderlands Theater’s Barrio Stories has brought the histories, memories, and lived experiences of Tucson’s oldest barrios to life through bold, professional theater rooted in community. This special anniversary edition marks that milestone with a larger celebration of […]
Barrio Stories: 10-Year Celebration November 12–15, 2026 Tucson Convention Center – Alva B. Torres Plaza For ten years, Borderlands Theater’s Barrio Stories has brought the histories, memories, and lived experiences of Tucson’s oldest barrios to life through bold, professional theater rooted in community. This special anniversary edition marks that milestone with a larger celebration of […]
There is a statue of the Jesuit missionary and explorer Padre Kino in Tucson. He is on horseback. The head of his horse is drooping. It has been a long and hot day of travel in the Sonoran desert. But Kino sits upright, and he has a “blue shell” clutched to his chest by his […]
The Oro Valley Historical Society invites you to visit the Pusch House Museum at historic Steam Pump Ranch - take your time, explore, and come back again. This year, our exhibits are staying in place longer so you can fully enjoy the many historical treasures we're bringing out of our collection.