Events and tours from outside organizations.
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 for a multidisciplinary concert experience exploring the sounds of our watershed: • a new multimedia piece inspired by local riparian soundscapes, by composer Carolina Heredia and visual artist Heather Bird Harris • traditional O'odham singing • performances by UA School of Music faculty artists • readings by Alison Hawthorne Deming and Gretchen Ernster Henderson • music by […]
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 […]
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! RSVP: Email info@sccsaz.org.
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 […]
This presentation, by Dr. Genesis D. Arizmendi, examines bilingualism in the borderlands, exploring how living in border communities shapes language, identity, and culture. Drawing on research and community perspectives across the US/Mexico Border, this talk highlights the rich linguistic and cultural wealth of border regions, emphasizing the power of bilingualism to bridge worlds and create […]
Join Raydine Taber from the Green Valley Gardeners to explore the variety of themed gardens within the ranch headquarters. Free. Registration suggested, walk-ins welcome when space permits.
