The Dobson Museum

Dobson Museum
For some - a trip down memory lane, and for others - a fun and unique glimpse into the past.

Just east of Yuma, Arizona; in a small town where few go, Tacna, has been home to the Dobson Museum since it was opened for tours in 1979. the Dobson family had a thought to own a place where people of all ages could gather to see things of the past. They began collecting antiques from Canada to the USA, and once they had enough, the project began. Over the years they have continued to build their dream by donations as well as trips to antique sales.

Today, the Dobson Museum Tour will give you the opportunity to see many buildings depicting how things really were long ago. Most of the old structures that you will see are from Yuma, Wellton, Tacna and Roll areas. As you tour them, you will hear the fascinating history of each and how it came to be part of the Museum. The buildings are also filled with relics appropriately placed where they would have been when they were in use.

The Store is a favorite exhibit, and features lots of tins on the shelves, advertisements, fruit, mail, and more. It is wondrous to think that all was in one place and everyone gathered there. The School House and Barber Shop are filled with antiques that set the scene for each building. The Blacksmith Shop area is overflowing with engines and other tools of the trade. Fun for those who like to count the state plates on trips, The Gas Station features a grand collection of license plates, old pumps, and other automotive necessities. If you love tractors - this is your place! The rows and rows of tractors you will see have been worked on so that they will run with a little of Bill's (Windy's son) sweat, when he is available to start them. The museum has many other items to enjoy, and Windy's tour is fun and educational.

Click here to read SouthwestBlend.com's article about the Dobson Museum!

To book a tour - groups are welcome - give Windy a call at (928) 785-4013,
or (928) 503-0168
www.SouthwestBlend.com/dobsonmuseum

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