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shopping venues, and personal services information.
Art & Entertainment
 DeGrazia
Gallery in the Sun:
10-acre historic
district in the foothills of Tucson’s Santa Catalina Mountains. It was
designed and built by Arizona artist Ettore “Ted” DeGrazia, who achieved
worldwide acclaim for his colorful paintings of native cultures of the
Sonoran desert.
Details –
Click Here.
 Marcella
Lansdowne: Marcella Lansdowne is an author based out of
Tucson, Arizona. She is the author of two books – ‘Orion the Miracle
Kitty’ and ‘Marcella: Strength, Courage, Spirit – All in One Lifetime’.
Read more.
 Tohono
Chul Park: A 49-acre desert nature
preserve, Tohono Chul Park has an Exhibit House featuring changing
exhibits that convey an appreciation of the environment, reflect the rich
ethnic legacy of the Southwest and promote an appreciation of the region's
arts and culture. For details –
Click Here.
Attractions & Activities
DeGrazia
Gallery in the Sun:
10-acre historic
district in the foothills of Tucson’s Santa Catalina Mountains. It was
designed and built by Arizona artist Ettore “Ted” DeGrazia, who achieved
worldwide acclaim for his colorful paintings of native cultures of the
Sonoran desert.
Details –
Click Here.
Tohono
Chul Park: A 49-acre desert nature preserve, Tohono Chul
Park is the Southwest’s center where nature, art, and culture connect. The
park features educational programs, art, and cultural exhibits, nature
trails, gardens, concerts and special events.
Read more.
Arizona Historical Society Museum: 949
East 2nd Street, 520-628-5774.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum: 2021 North Kinney Rd., Tucson AZ;
Tel. 520.883.2702
Arizona State Museum: 1013 East University Blvd., Park Avenue at
University Drive; 520-621-6304
 Arizona
Women’s Heritage Trail:
Discover
the other half of the story – Arizona Women, their experiences and
contributions to Arizona history! Arizona Women’s Heritage Trail features
women’s historic sites, walking trails, traveling exhibits, fourth grade
curriculum, driving tours, and more. For details –
Click Here.
Fort Lowell Park and Museum: 2900 N. Craycroft Road, 520-885-3835
History of Pharmacy Museum:
1703 E. Mabel St; 520-626-1427
Mission San Xavier del Bac: 1950 W. San Xavier Rd, 9 miles
southwest of Tucson on I-19; 520-294-2624
Old Pueblo Trolley, Inc: 360 E. 8th St; 520-792-1802
Old Tucson Studios: 201 S. Kinney Rd., Tucson AZ; Tel. 520.883.0100
Tucson Botanical Gardens: 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85712,
520-326-9686
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block: 140 N. Main Ave;
520-624-2333
Home & Garden
Tohono
Chul Park: This 49-acre desert nature
preserve features educational programs, exhibits, nature trails, events.
Their gardens boast the world’s largest collection of Night Blooming
Cereus, 150 shrub and tree species, 300 cactus species, and over 50 desert
wildflower species. For details –
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Kids & Family
DeGrazia
Gallery in the Sun: 10-acre historic district in the
foothills of Tucson’s Santa Catalina Mountains, designed and built by
Arizona artist Ettore “Ted” DeGrazia.
Guided group tours of the Gallery in the Sun
complex are available for students from the 3rd grade up.
Details – Click Here.
 Book:
‘Orion the Miracle Kitty’ – Children’s book by Marcella
Lansdowne. After being saved from the city streets, Orion—a curious and
courageous kitty—is moved to her new home in the Tucson desert. Tag
along with Orion and her friends as they experience the wonders—and
dangers—of Sonoran desert living.
Read more.
Tohono
Chul Park:
A 49-acre desert nature preserve, Tohono Chul Park is the Southwest’s
center where nature, art, and culture connect. The park welcomes children
with fun activities and events, and the Bank of America Garden for
Children. For details –
Click Here.
Nature, Wildlife & Science
Tohono
Chul Park:
A 49-acre desert nature preserve, Tohono Chul Park is
the Southwest’s center where nature, art, and culture connect. Educational
programs, exhibits, nature trails, gardens, and special events give the
opportunity to experience the desert and all its treasurers. For details –
Click Here.
Wedding & Special
Events Planner
Tohono
Chul Park: A 49-acre desert nature
preserve featuring demonstration gardens, historic homes and a lush
environment, Tohono Chul Park is one of Tucson’s most outstanding places
to have a wedding or special event, hosting 10 to 200 guests. For details
–
Click Here.
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