Events and tours from outside organizations.
Join a walking tour discussing the 1775- 1776 Anza Expedition which camped at La Canoa. Learn about Colonel Juan Bautista de Anza and the group of Spanish colonial settlers who, in 1775, made their first stop at Canoa Ranch as they began an epic 1200-mile journey from Sonora, New Spain to colonize the port of […]
Join Tucson Audubon habitat restoration professionals for a Santa Cruz River Community Stewardship Event! We will be working to restore habitat along the Santa Cruz River in Tubac, starting with invasive plant removal. Monthly community restoration volunteer events will be held every third Thursday from 9-11am, starting on November 21st. This project is a joint […]
Get out and enjoy nature with our partner, Santa Cruz Shining Arizona, and other community members in Carmen as we collect trash along one of the most endangered rivers in the U.S. It's great exercise for your body and your spirit!
Take a guided stroll along the Chuck Huckelberry Loop to see a desert river brought back to life, then wander to the water’s edge for an intimate peek at this recently revived riparian habitat. Learn about the ecology and history of the Santa Cruz – its ups and downs – and how this once-dry portion […]
Curious about how humans have used desert plants for things like food, shelter and medicine? Explore the ethnobotanical history of Tortolita Mountain Park with a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist. This will be a 3-4 mile hike, with some elevation change. Trekking poles are recommended and confidence on varied terrain is necessary. Bring […]
Arizona's important Latino history is often forgotten in the mainstream history books and hidden in corners of museums; but the leaders and the stories continue to inspire movements. Motivated by our collective past and interactions with living history, Adam López Falk, a fifth generation Arizonan, created Arizonenses: The Arizona Latino History Timeline. The timeline highlights […]
Our guided Living Lab Tours happen every 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. You’ll be led through our demonstration site by one of our Docents to learn about our many water harvesting systems firsthand.
Head over to the Tucson Wagon & History Museum's History Relived Showcase! The museum features carriages, wagons, model trains, historic businesses and more! Joining this event will be over 20 local attractions and authors with their interactive displays. Discover what's right here in your backyard! ADMISSION IS FREE!
Presenter: Dr. Jacelle Ramon-Sauberan, Member of the Wa:k O’odham and Tohono O'odham Studies Instructor at Tohono O'odham Kekel Ha-Maṣcamakuḍ.
Join us to experience dishes made in other UNESCO Cities of Gastronomy in 2024 by six Tucson Chef Ambassadors to represent Tucson's internationally recognized cuisine and terroir. Get ready to be amazed by the flavors and culinary creativity on display at Chefs on a Global Stage!
Mauro Trejo, 7th generation Tucsonian and historian, delves deep into Tucson’s history going back more than a century. From ancient times to present day, Mauro will walk you through Tucson’s oldest areas and share stories of the people and events that shaped its past. This tour is perfect for history buffs and anyone looking to […]
Festivals have been a tradition in The Historic Village of Tubac since 1959, and the Tubac Festival of the Arts is Southern Arizona’s longest-running art festival. Highlights include more than 200 fine artists and craftsmen, a variety of festival eateries, a wine garden, and live entertainment. Exhibiting artists are spread throughout the Village, along roadways […]
