Phoenix, Arizona

General, History, Library, Specialized

Interactive displays trace the history of telecommunications in Arizona from the 1870s to the present day. Features changing exhibits including photographs, hand tools, switchboards, coin phones, directory, telegraph, teletype, and bell system memorabilia.

Tucson, Arizona

History, Science, Specialized, University

The University of Arizona College of Optical Sciences is proud to offer access to the Museum of Optics, its collection of antique and historic telescopes, microscopes, lenses and cameras. These specimens represent work by the world's most respected instrument makers from the 18th century to the present.

Sells, Arizona

Anthropology, Art, Culture

Visitor comment: The museum is difficult to find, but it's worth the effort! There are almost no signs to guude you there; we got a map from the office at the Indian Oasis Intermediate School on Highway 86. On the west end of Sells, turn south, pass the hospital, turn right on the road to Topawa (Indian Highway 19), go almost 10 miles, then left on Fresnal Canyon Road.

Tombstone, Arizona

Park

Tucson, Arizona

Botanical Garden

Tucson, Arizona

Art

Tempe, Arizona

Children's, Culture, General, History, Historic House, Library

The Tempe History Museum is a community history museum that brings people together to celebrate Tempe's past and ponder its future. The main exhibition, Tempe: Distinct, Diverse, Dynamic, dramatically presents the story of Tempe through a variety of media. The exhibition explores the history of Tempe through four thematic areas—College Town, Building Our Community, Living Together and Surviving in the Desert. New technology and hands-on activities in the Kids’ Place gallery provide oppor-tunities for families to learn together.

Tucson, Arizona

Art, Botanical Garden, Culture, Nature Centers, Park

Embrace the authentic beauty of the Sonoran Desert year-round at Tohono Chul Park, a charming botanical garden, set on 49 acres of lush desert. Locals and visitors alike delight in the experience of having nature at their fingertips, marveling at soaring Saguaros and the unexpected encounter with a resident hummingbird on winding nature paths. Artfully designed relaxation spots sprinkled throughout the lush grounds offer a quiet retreat, while exhibits clue in visitors to the unique qualities of the Sonoran region. Be inspired by the creativity of local artwork – from artisanal to avant-garde – in the Galleries and Museum Shops. Savor fresh, delicious Southwestern flavors on the lush patio of the Bistro for breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea.

Topawa, Arizona

Anthropology, Archaeology, Art, Children's, Culture, History, Library, Nature Centers, Specialized

Exhibitions change regularly and include our collection holdings as well as loans from other museums; pertinent traveling exhibitions from other museums are also featured frequently.

Tubac, Arizona

Art

Tucson, Arizona

Children's

The Museum’s 17,000 square foot facility features twelve permanent interactive exhibits, including Tucson Electric Power’s Electri-¬City, the Música de las Americas music room, the Art Studio, Dinosaur World, the Ocean Discovery Center, the Public Safety Station, Mind Your Own Body, Build It, Whistle Stop, Pet Vet and more. We also have the Enchanted Rain Forest which is specially designed for children four years and under.

Tucson, Arizona

Children's, Culture, General, History, Specialized

Walking through the over 125 horse-drawn vehicles on display one can easily trace their importance in developing the motor driven vehicles to follow. Our goal is to further develop this concept to help make it more easily comprehended.