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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261205T120000
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SUMMARY:Gold Inside and Out!
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Pusch House Museum at historic Steam Pump Ranch to see the nuggets of Southern Arizona history while viewing our treasures from years gone by.  While we don’t have snow during the holidays\, you can go on a scavenger hunt to look for gold while learning more about Steam Pump Ranch.  Volunteers will be on site to provide additional information and answer questions about our displays and give you the clues to help you find the Oro!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/gold-inside-and-out/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 North Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,History
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/ORO.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Oro Valley Historical Society":MAILTO:secretary@ovhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260804T220934Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T220934Z
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SUMMARY:Guevavi and Calabazas: Arizona's Other Missions
DESCRIPTION:This presentation explores the history and significance of Mission Guevavi and Mission Calabazas\, two lesser-known Spanish colonial missions in southern Arizona. It examines their role in the spread of Christianity\, Spanish settlement\, and interactions with Indigenous communities during the colonial period. The presentation also highlights the missions’ architecture\, cultural importance\, and preservation as part of Arizona’s historical heritage. \nLight bites and refreshments will be provided!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/guevavi-and-calabazas-arizonas-other-missions/
LOCATION:Tubac Presidio State Historic Park & Museum\, 1 Burruel St\, #1296\, Tubac\, A\, 85646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,History,Lectures,Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tubac Presidio State Historic Park & Museum":MAILTO:assistant@tubacpresidio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261206T160000
DTSTAMP:20261028T235420Z
CREATED:20261028T235420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T235420Z
UID:10008582-1796565600-1796572800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Fort Lowell Park Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Before Davis Monthan\, there was Fort Lowell! This walking tour covers the history of the land\, people\, and fort structures that played a huge part in the development of modern Tucson during the Apache Wars\, America’s longest-running military conflict. This 2-hour leisurely walk is just under a mile. It will feature the adobe ruins of fort structures such as the Quartermasters Building\, Officers’ Quarters\, Post Barracks and the Fort Hospital. Admission to the museum is included with the tour. \nBe prepared to be on your feet. No public water or restrooms are available at the museum\, but the park offers fountains and public restrooms (next to the parking lot\, by the Craycroft entrance). \nBegins and ends at the Fort Lowell Museum. \nCancellation Policy: Cancellations received at least 24 hours in advance of the tour will receive a refund (minus a small transaction fee). Those received less than 24 hours in advance will not.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/fort-lowell-park-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Fort Lowell Museum\, 2900 N Craycroft Rd\, Tucson\, 85712\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Fort Lowell Museum":MAILTO:gingert@tucsonpresidio.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261212T120000
DTSTAMP:20261109T221438Z
CREATED:20261109T221438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261109T221438Z
UID:10008594-1797066000-1797076800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:So Much to do Today!
DESCRIPTION:Steam Pump Ranch in Oro Valley has so much happening for YOU today! \nVisit the Pusch House Museum to see what we have uncovered about our area’s history.  Volunteers will be on site to provide additional information and answer your questions. \nEnjoy a gentle one-hour hike around the Ranch with our naturalist who will share information with you about plants\, animals\, geology\, geography\, and the people of our community  Hikes begin at the Pusch House Museum at 9:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. and  end at the Heritage Garden where you will see\, not only the seasonal plants that have been growing in our area for thousands of years\, but you can hear from a flintknapper and pottery expert about the tools used to sustain life in that same time period. \nAnd don’t leave without joining our holiday scavenger hunt where we replace seasonal snow with gold!  Get a clue sheet from one of our volunteers to guide you around the Ranch in your search.  See if you can win a prize!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/so-much-to-do-today/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 North Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,History
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/ORO-2.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Oro Valley Historical Society":MAILTO:secretary@ovhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T190626Z
CREATED:20260416T190626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T190626Z
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SUMMARY:Docent Led Tour
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/docent-led-tour/2026-12-12/
LOCATION:Empire Ranch\, 16655 E. Empire Ranch Rd\, Sonoita\, 85637\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Empire Ranch Foundation":MAILTO:admin@empireranchfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261219T120000
DTSTAMP:20261109T221454Z
CREATED:20261109T221454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261109T221454Z
UID:10008593-1797670800-1797681600@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Who Needs Snow When You Can Have Gold?
DESCRIPTION:You can find nuggets instead of snow at Steam Pump Ranch during the holidays!  Visit the Pusch House Museum to see nuggets of our history and then enjoy a scavenger hunt around the Ranch to look for nuggets of hidden gold.  Volunteers will be on site to answer questions you might have about the exhibits and get you started on your search.  Prizes await you!
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/who-needs-snow-when-you-can-have-gold/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 North Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hikes,History
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/ORO-1.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Oro Valley Historical Society":MAILTO:secretary@ovhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261226T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261226T110000
DTSTAMP:20260122T232744Z
CREATED:20250508T162956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T232744Z
UID:10003778-1798272000-1798282800@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Archaeology Day
DESCRIPTION: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 about things like pinch pots\, pendants\, and cordage. John Palacio speaks about and demonstrates making replicas of petroglyphs. Come join in any time between 8am and 11am.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/archaeology-day/2026-12-26/
LOCATION:Mission Garden\, 946 W Mission Ln\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745
CATEGORIES:History,Youth Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261226T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T190857Z
CREATED:20260416T190857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T190857Z
UID:10006825-1798282800-1798286400@santacruzheritage.org
SUMMARY:Docent Led Tour
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://santacruzheritage.org/event/docent-led-tour-2/2026-12-26/
LOCATION:Empire Ranch\, 16655 E. Empire Ranch Rd\, Sonoita\, 85637\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Tours
ORGANIZER;CN="Empire Ranch Foundation":MAILTO:admin@empireranchfoundation.org
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