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 […]
This is a private walking tour of Tubac. Tubac originally emerged as a village of the Sobaipuri and is the site of the oldest European settlement in what is now the state of Arizona, founded in 1752. Look into this experience in this video. Divided into four themes, the itinerary includes a background & interpretation […]
At our monthly (fourth Saturday) Archaeology Day, representatives of Tucson's archaeology community come to Mission Garden to teach practical hands-on skills. Archaeology Southwest will be doing their Hands-on Archaeology program. It allows kids of all ages to try out fascinating ancient technologies. Old Pueblo Archaeology Center is represented at these events, also presenting interactive programs […]
Rio Rico Historical Society Fall Bus Tour: Rio Rico, Patagonia, Sonoita Guided tour of Rio Rico History Museum Short Stops at two RRHS historical monuments Guided tour of Patagonia Museum Lunch Guided tour of Bowman-Stradling History Center Empire Ranch
Experience Anza Day, the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park's annual festival celebrating the diverse culture and heritage of southern Arizona! It's a FREE event, and it will have a historical reenactment ride, along with games and MORE!!
Docent Led Tour of the Empire Ranch House. 11 am to noon. Reservations are required by 5 pm the day before the tour. Click here to make a reservation. Free. Meet at the Visitor Contact Station.
This is a private tour of Tumacácori National Historical Park by a former NPS ranger who worked there in historic preservation and heritage interpretation. The park protects one of the most unique places in Arizona and helps people understand the state's vibrant natural and cultural landscapes. Look into this experience in this video. Divided into […]
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 […]