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Amerind Foundation
Located off Interstate 10 about an hour east of Tucson between Benson and Willcox in the beautiful Dragoon Mountains, the Amerind is one of the best places in the West to learn about American Indian archeology, arts and culture. It also serves as a research institute for the study of indigenous culture, with a large library and archive section. Interpretive Exhibits of archaeological finds display the entire range of Native art from Anasazi pottery to Navajo rugs. Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for seniors and children ages 12 to 18. Credits cards are accepted at the museum store only. Picnic grounds are on site.
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Anselmo Valencia Tori Amphitheater
This open-air amphitheater is an architectural marvel. The entire stage area is covered with a massive semi-domed structure that is balanced on six huge pillars. It resembles a massive tent hovering over the performance arena. The venue can seat about 4,500 spectators, and is deemed as Arizona's largest concert venue. Sheryl Crow, Don Henley, Tony Bennett, Alan Jackson, and Freddy Fender are some of the famous artists to have performed here. You can book your tickets in advance by telephone on +1 800 344 9435.
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Arizona Folklore Preserve
This preserve, started by Arizona's Official State Balladeer, Dolan Ellis, is dedicated to honoring the songs and stories of Arizona and its heritage. In conjunction with the University of Arizona South, Ellis has constructed the current Folklore Center, located on four acres in Ramsey Canyon. The Center features collections and exhibitions of artifacts pertaining to Arizona culture and history, and also spotlights weekly guest artist performances by regional singers, songwriters, storytellers, poets, musicians.
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Arizona Historical Society
Located just west of the Arizona Inn
You'll feel right at home in this historical Adobe style inn, centrally located in a quiet residential setting. Built in 1930, then renovated in 1998, a wood-paneled library surrounds period furniture. Each room on two floors is individually decorated with fireplaces and patios are available in some. It is just minutes from the University of Arizona and within walking distance from the University Medical Center. Rates for lodging in Tucson are highly seasonal, so be advised to call in advance for rate information.
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Arizona Stadium
Arizona Stadium is the perfect embodiment of Arizona football and it has been in continuous use, with additions and expansions from its original 7000 seats up to today, where it now seats 56,000. Its growth is a tribute to the popularity of the Wildcats, a perennial contender.
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Arizona State Museum
This is the oldest archaeological museum in the Southwest, and the best place in Tucson to learn about the life of Arizona's Indians, both past and present. Impressive displays of Indian art tell the cultural history of the American Southwest and Northern Mexico. There is also a good natural history section demonstrating earth and climate changes in the area. The museum shop sells related books and crafts. Admission is free; a $3 donation is suggested.
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Arizona Vineyards
On your day trip to the border town of Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
This world-famous museum is rather a zoo displaying the creatures of the surrounding desert in their natural habitats. Located in the middle of the Sonoran desert about an half-hour drive from the city center, it also provides breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain ranges. The gift shop has an excellent selection of Sonoran desert souvenirs. This is a must for any visitor staying in Tucson for more than just one day. Admission: Adults (age 13 & older) USD9.95 Oct-Mar; USD8.95 Mar-Sep; children ages 6-12 USD1.75; children under 6 and members are free. Group rates are available.
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Art Company
An established art gallery in Tucson since 1979, the Art Company features both local and nationally known artists such as Larri Fodor, Kati Roberts, Eric Budd, and Judith D'Agostino in different media but with a focus on bronze sculpture and pottery, with sculptor Lynn Rae Lowe being one of the most prominent artists working in bronze represented here. The gallery is also noted for its beautiful, award-winning custom framing.
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Artist of the Month Gallery
As implied in its name, this gallery inside the Unitarian Universalist Church on 22nd Street features a different artist every month. All pieces are on consignment, with the gallery taking out a 25 percent commission from every sale, which is actually a pretty good deal for the artist. Gallery manager Bill Bland focuses on art that is produced locally or regionally. Call ahead for current exhibits, events and church activities.
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Asarco Mineral Discovery Center
Whether you're opposed to strip mining and its environmental consequences or not, visiting this facility will leave you more knowledgeable about what was once one of the main industries in the state of Arizona. The earth science exhibits and displays of historic mining equipment are quite impressive, and you might want to view the multimedia shows before going on a tour of ASARCO's Mission open-pit mine. Museum admission is free; tours are $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, $4 for children ages five-12 and free for children four and under.
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Audubon Nature Shop
This is a must stop for nature lovers and dedicated bird watchers during any stay in Tucson! The enthusiastic, friendly volunteers here will tell you all about the 450 species of birds traveling through the area every year. (And it's not just cactus wrens, buzzards and vultures!) The staff will also point you to the best bird-watching areas and provide you with a multitude of books and maps to safely guide you there. Or, sign up for one of the guided field trips. The staff is happy to ship materials anywhere in the U.S.
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Bahti Indian Arts
This is the place to go if you're looking for the fine and exceptional in Native American arts and crafts. For more than 50 years, Bahti has established steady relationships with artists with a reputation for consistently delivering high quality work. All products are handmade. Pay special attention to the amazing Hopi kachina dolls and the masks from the Pacific Northwest. Call for current exhibits.
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Bank One Building
Built in 1929, this building has the distinction of being Tucson's first skyscraper, towering high over the one-level houses that gave Tucson its distinct Western town character. From 1935 well into the 1990s, it was known as the Valley National Bank Building until another, bigger corporation took over. Today, higher structures dominate the Tucson skyline, but this particular building, apart from its historic impact, still derives some charm from the tree-shaded brick patio on its south side, which is always welcome in the brutal Tucson summer. Visitors may enjoy free access to the lobby during business hours.
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Barrio Historico
This district was once considered the Mexican-American side of Tucson. It has been called Barrio Viejo or Barrio Libre since its Mexican inhabitants were more or less free to follow their own laws in the old days. That has changed, but the area has preserved its distinctly Mexican flavor with flat-roofed adobe (mud-brick) houses and roofs made from saguaro ribs and packed dirt (providing great insulation in the extreme Tucson climate). Some of Tucson's oldest structures can be found here and many of them nicely restored. Since most have been converted into private homes or offices, your visit will have to be confined to the exteriors.
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Berger Performing Arts Center
This 500-seat hall, located on the School for the Deaf and the Blind campus on the west side of town, has become one of Tucson's most popular venues for small orchestras, chamber musicians, folk music performers and dance troupes. Occasionally, it is used for corporate board meetings and scientific conferences. Acoustically, it has earned praise from noted musicians; quite an achievement in this age of questionable acoustic design. Call ahead for event schedules.
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Besh Ba Gowah
About two hours north of Tucson in the Western town of Globe, there is one of the most fascinating places for learning about an ancient tribe that inhabited this part of the country more than 700 years ago. The Besh Ba Gowah (meaning "place of metal") site, home of the Salado people from about 1240 to 1400 A.D., is considered a prehistoric center of trade for farmers. There are interpretive trails, a museum showcasing artifacts and site models. Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for seniors, free for children under 12.
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Biosphere 2
Visit the world's largest manmade controllable environment and witness demonstrations labs, a human habitat and Earth exhibits. Watch scientists working under a big glass structure figuring out how the earth works. Restaurants, gift shops and a hotel and conference center are available. This world-famous research facility is located north of Tucson right off Oracle Road (Highway 77 to 79) at milepost 96.5.
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Bisbee
It's about a three-hour drive from Tucson, but it's well worth it. This old town on steep hills offers a glimpse into Arizona's history of copper mining. The industry boom ended with the collapse of copper prices in the 1970s, leaving the area depressed until creative people moved in to make Bisbee into an artist colony, which now attracts visitors from all over the world. Where there are artists, of course, there are galleries and the numbers are growing. Browse the many antique stores, stroll down picturesque streets, explore the Bisbee Mining and Historical Museum
This museum, the Smithsonian Institution's only rural branch, documents the history of Boyce Thompson Arboretum
There are more than 1,500 different desert plants on display here. In 1927, William Boyce Thompson started this arboretum 101 miles north of Tucson in an effort to preserve desert plants and study their potential as food and medical resources. Greenhouses contain cacti and other succulents while giving shelter to many species of birds. There is a visitor's center, gift shop and miles of trails to explore. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children ages five through twelve, and free four and under.
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Breakers Water Park
After a hot day of sightseeing, cool off in this huge water park at the outskirts of Tucson off Interstate 10. The special attraction here is the wave pool, which is as close to the ocean as it can get in Tucson. Your children will love the giant waterslides while you relax at the restaurant or in shaded areas the snack bar. The park is also available for group events. Admission: $14.95, kids 4-11 $8.95 (under 3 free), $5.95 for seniors. Special rates available for birthday parties and twilight (3pm-6pm) admission.
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Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge
This grassy valley, just north of the Mexican border around Bobaquivari Peak (sacred mountain of the Tohono O'odham people), is home to a multitude of deer, antelope, javelina and many species of birds. Workshops on nature photography are offered at the visitors' center, as are guided tours. It's also a great place for mountain biking. There are some services available at the town of Arivaca, but be advised to bring your own picnic lunch. To get there, take Highway 86 from Tucson to Three Points, then AZ Highway 286 south for 38 miles to the turnoff, marked with the refuge sign.
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Cactus Quail
This is truly a once in a lifetime place to stay. Situated on acres of state and national forest land, and beside the Catalina Mountains, this is a place for nature lovers. Wild life is abundant, especially coyote, deer, hawks and rabbits. Rooms have names in true Wild West fashion, like the bunkhouse, hacienda and the pueblo, and are comfortable and very colorful. The most exciting part about staying here are the outdoor activities, so make sure you check out the treks as well as the dessert jeep tours, which will take you through the Patagonia Mountains. If you are a bird lover, then take the Patagonia Wildlife sanctuary tour. This is your chance to get in touch with nature and your wild side - enjoy the open space and the beautiful sunsets! Remember you can bring your dog and horse, if you want.
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Canoa Hills Golf Course
Canoa Hills is a beautiful 18-hole public golf course laid out among the canyons and hills of the Santa Cruz Valley south of Tucson in Green Valley, Arizona. At Canoa Hills you will find spectacular views of the Santa Catalina Mountains and cooler temperatures. One of the most popular public courses with local residents, it demands precision - not power - to score well. The large bent-grass greens, Bermuda tees, and rolling fairways offer exceptional playing conditions for players of all abilities. The Bermuda fairways are overseeded with winter rye for lush playing conditions November through May of each year. The Bermuda grass fairways offer fantastic lies and a different playing condition during the summer months.
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Canoa Ranch Golf Course
Open since January of 2003, Canoa Ranch Golf Club is quickly becoming one of the top courses in Green Valley and has come to rival some of Tucson's finer courses. With picturesque holes and an elevation at 3,000 feet, Canoa Ranch is a cool, welcoming treat for Tucson visitors. A par 70 layout, the yardage ranges from 6,549 from the championship tees to 5,061 from the forward tees. Plush green grass cuts through canyons and desert landscapes while ample bunkers guard many of the greens. Mountain views can be seen from every hole and serve as a backdrop for several of Canoa's more memorable holes.
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Canyon Ranch
This place has consistently been rated among the top ten health spas in Modern Maturity magazine's world poll. The ranch has state-of-the-art facilities, a staff of highly skilled psychiatrists, physical therapists, massage therapists, nutrition experts, handwriting analysts, and an enormous staff of administrative and groundskeeping folk all dedicated to preserving the spa's credo of promoting a better lifestyle through healthier physical, mental and nutritional practices. Check the resort Website for details about rates and specials.
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Carbonbase Gallery
The Warehouse District near the railway station has grown into a hotbed for creative activities in Tucson, with many warehouses being transformed into studios for local artists that have yet to become famous. This gallery, in particular, provides exhibit space for artists whose works are not usually shown in public, such as prisoners or art students. Usually, no commission is charged to the artists, making the gallery accessible to people with limited means. All media are represented. Currently showing: "Naked Threads", a group show featuring four local painters (July 6-July 31, 2001).
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Casa Cordova
Mexican-American families have continuously inhabited this house until it was incorporated into the downtown Catalina State Park
Located about 12 miles north of the city on Arizona Highway 77 (Oracle Road), this park affords the best views of the canyons and domes of the Center For Creative Photography
This is one of the nation's finest museum of photographic art. Founded in 1975 with the aid of world-renowned photographer Ansel Adams as part of the Chapel of San Pedro
This is an architectural and historical gem of Tucson not to be missed. The tiny chapel was built in 1915 by Mexican immigrants at Barriada del Rillito, a small community now known as El Fuerte. In 1917, land was acquired for a bigger building, but the second chapel was destroyed by a tornado in 1929. Rebuilt in 1932, the present church served as the neighborhood parish church till 1948, when it was replaced by nearby St. Cyril's. Free admission.
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Cheyney House
This beautiful Mission Revival style house in the El Presidio neighborhood downtown had been marked for demolition, as it was deemed too costly to repair. Built in 1905 for Annie Cheyney, widow of the postmaster, the building had been the object of much controversy between council members, city planners, and urban activists. Two El Presidio neighbors then quietly purchased the house until two out-of-town retirees and architectural preservationists stepped in and started restoring the structure to its turn-of-the-century style, at their own expense. Soon, the 4,000-square foot mansion will be restored to its old glory. The building is not accessible to the public; just drive by and see.
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Civano
For a unique architectural and environmental experience, visit this community. An innovative team of homebuilders, environmentalists, solar scientists, artists and ordinary citizens put their minds and hands together to create this new-world community with old-world charm.
Several model homes are open to the public. Begin a self-guided tour at the Neighborhood Center and embrace the concepts of sustainability along tree-lined streets where pedestrians stroll. View ancient pueblo art and interior design. Enjoy beehive fireplaces, water features and rich colors of earth, sky and desert flowers. More »
Cocoraque Ranch Cattle Drive
This is a place that offers more than just trail rides; it's a 16,000-acre working ranch where you actually look after the cattle when going out on horseback and have a cookout with the cowboys at the end of the day. This ranch is located in the middle of the desert near Colonial Frontiers
Located in an old warehouse in the Colossal Cave Mountain Park
Here's a piece of Western lore: a dry limestone cave with a real outlaw history. The tour guide will point out the impressive formations and crystals, but won't tell you where the gold is hidden. There are many steps to climb, but it's consistently cool inside even when temperatures hit the 100 degree mark. Visit the onsite library & museum, cafes and gift shops. Forty-five to 50-minute guided cave tours are USD7.50 for adults, USD4 for children 6-12 and free for children 5 and under. Park admission is USD3 per car.
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Corbett House
This period house is operated and maintained by the Covington Fine Arts Gallery
Specializing in 19th and 20th century watercolors and prints, this fine gallery on Tucson's east side prides itself on featuring quality work of known artists of the past, most prominently masters of the Hudson River School and American Realism. Services also include art appraisals, buying and selling, restoration, brokerage, and framing with hand-carved frames. The owners are very knowledgeable about realistic paintings and will occasionally take 19th and early 20th century paintings on consignment.
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Craig Fine Arts
Looking for images of the Southwest to decorate your home? This gallery has a large collection of traditional Western and wildlife art, featuring local and nationally known artists, bronzes and terra cotta sculptures as well as watercolors, oil, acrylics, pastels, and fine etchings. The owner also offers custom framing at very reasonable prices. This is a great place to find a souvenir from the West that will last you a lifetime.
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DeGrazia Gallery
Ettore "Ted" de Grazia, Tucson's most famous painter, left his studio/gallery in the Catalina foothills for the public to enjoy as a museum of Southwestern art. The building is made from adobe surrounded by cactus and other desert plants. De Grazia was fascinated by the colors and cultures of the American Southwest, and that is what his art is all about. Free admission; there is a gift shop that accepts credit cards.
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Del Lago Golf Club
Del Lago Golf Club winds its way through the rolling hills and valleys of the beautiful high desert southeast of Tuscon in Vail, AZ. Spectacular views of the Rincon and Santa Catalina Mountains to the north, and the Santa Rita Mountains to the south are hard to ignore. The golf course offers a dramatic combination of scenery and golf course design that will enchant all golfers who visit this 7,206 yard, par 72, masterpiece. Built in 2000 by architects Tim and Dick Nugent.
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Desert Artisans
Of the co-op galleries in Tucson, this one is probably the best. Thirty local artists show their work on consignment here, representing a cross-section of the Tucson art scene in a variety of media and styles. There is a good mix of painting and sculpture, with a focus on Southwestern desert themes. This is an excellent opportunity to both support local art and get your souvenir from the Southwest.
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Desert Legacy
This place offers an amazing variety of arts and crafts in the southwest tradition. Owner and artist Wylie Glad offers full-service design out of the shop and can transform your home into a southwestern landscape using special painting techniques for creating 3D-effects. The charges run $20 per hour to start and $40 for more elaborate work. This gallery serves as a showcase for designer skills, and you can either buy the works right on the premises or order an in-home design consultation. If you visit the store, don't miss the display of custom furniture upstairs.
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Details and Green Shoelaces
This is an award-winning contemporary craft gallery. It features any local and regional artists who create masterpieces in genres such as jewelry, ceramics, pet accessories, table top art, and much more. They feature monthly gallery walks in conjunction with nearby galleries. A Tucson favorite!
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Dinnerware Contemporary Art Gallery
This place has been an institution for the visual arts in Tucson for 20 years educating the public about contemporary art. Managed as a non-profit organization by the artists themselves, this gallery hosts two to three juried exhibitions of local artists each year, as well as visiting artists from home and abroad. The art exhibited is experimental and challenging, as might be expected from a contemporary gallery. A donation is suggested.
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Edward Nye Fish House
This house is a fine example of 19th century Tucson architecture. The Fish House, named after a prominent Tucson businessman, is made from adobe, which is essentially dried mud and bricks, materials that have for centuries provided excellent insulation in the either cold or extremely hot climates of the Southwest. As is common in this style of architecture, the ceiling is laced with saguaro cactus ribs. The building presently houses the El Centro Cultural de las Americas
Located in the downtown arts district, this non-profit organisation serves as a venue for multicultural events, not just for Latin America, but the entire world community that is represented in Tucson. As the Latino people are the largest minority in the city, it is not surprising that the focus is on art that originated south of the border. There is a wide variety of media represented here, woodworks and bronzes, as well as paintings and photography.
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El Cortijo
A recent addition to the lifestyle in the beautiful Santa Catalina Foothills, this is essentially an upscale art shopping mall with a unique architectural design, rivaling the chic galleries of Scottsdale. Some of the finest galleries in Southern Arizona have moved to this new location, offering visiting art collectors a good sampling of Tucson's leading artists. Also featuring El Presidio Gallery
This is a relatively small gallery with a reputation for showing only the best regional artists of the region. The main focus is on painters who have already made a name for themselves portraying the landscape of the Southwest, although it is not exclusively regional. The annual jewelry exhibit is among the best in town. Director Gregg Nance has now added another location in the upscale El Tiradito Shrine
There is an intriguing legend behind this shrine on Main Street near the old historic barrio, a story involving broken hearts and crimes of passion, but you'll have to read the plaque mounted on it to discover the tale. El Tiradito has been part of local folklore for a long time and is now a national historic site. Take a peek and make your own wish.
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Enchanted Earthworks
This is a small gallery with a unique twist. Apart from showcasing quality jewelry and crafts by Southwestern and local artists, owner Val Mustain exhibits his own brand of jewelry made from stones set in wires. Most of his pieces have a distinctly shamanic flavor; so this may be the place for you if you need some help exercising your magic powers, either on yourself or someone you care for.
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Environmental Research Lab
As Tucson receives more sunshine per year than any other city in the U.S., this is the place for research on the use of solar energy.
Located conveniently next to the airport, the Environmental Research Lab features a solar oasis as well as educational exhibits on homebuilding in the desert, particularly energy-saving cooling and heating technology. Free tours are available the first Tuesday of every month at 1:30pm. More »
Eric Firestone Gallery
This gallery in the busy downtown district of Tucson specializes in Stickley furniture, a turn of the (19th) century style now coveted by collectors around the world. It also features works of the American Arts and crafts as well as early Arizona and regional paintings. Generally, the gallery tries to represent art movements that have made an impact during the 19th and 20th centuries. Also at 4425 North Campbell Avenue phone: +1 520 577 7711
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Etherton Gallery
Voted Best Art Gallery in town by the Tucson Weekly for nine consecutive years, this gallery has been firmly established in the local art community since 1981. Its focus is on 19th- and 20th-century vintage and contemporary photographs from all around the globe, including works by such luminaries as Ansel Adams and Eadward Muybridge, but it also features local and regional artists in different media. Now also at: Joesler Village 4419 North Campbell Ave phone +1 520 615 1441 and at the Temple Gallery managed by Etherton Gallery 330 South Scott Ave Temple of Music and Art
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Famous French Gallery
The name is somewhat misleading, since gallery owner Juraj Skalina is Czech, and the art he exhibits is really about the American West and its inhabitants. Apart from his own drawings, Juraj shows the works of Western painter Reginald Jones, featuring mainly oil paintings of horses, Indians, and Westerners. Jones' work has been distributed nationwide. The gallery also offers a good collection of antique maps.
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Finger Rock Trail
This is a pretty fair climb, but it's worth all the sweating and panting it requires: the vistas from different vantage points are simply stunning. Once you're past the trailhead on Alvernon Way, you'll encounter a fork giving you the choice between the Finger Rock and the Pontatoc Trail. The Finger Rock Trail climbs about 4,000 feet in elevation, stretched over approximately five miles. The hike takes you along the saguaros, prickly pears and ocotillos of the Sonoran Desert vegetation zone up to the jagged, pine-covered peaks of the Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium
Located on the Fort Bowie
Fort Bowie, now a national historic site, was established in 1862 by the U.S. Cavalry as a post during the bitter struggle between Anglos and Apaches in Arizona. Actually, Chief Geronimo surrendered near here, effectively ending the Indian wars in the Southwest. To reach the ruins of the fort, you must walk about 1 1/2 miles from Apache Pass, 12 miles south of the town of Bowie off I-10 southeast of Tucson. Access to the fort is free; you only pay for whatever souvenir items you may buy at the gift store.
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Fort Lowell Museum
If you want to learn more about Tucson's role in the long and often troubled relations between Spanish settlers, early Anglo pioneers and Native American inhabitants, visit this museum, located within an old adobe building at Fort Lowell Park. Here, the Fox Theater
This building, designed in 1929 by Los Angeles architect M. Eugene Durfee, once belonged to the chain of movie theaters showing Fox Studio productions, decorated with those Art Deco motifs that were typical of the movie houses of the period. After long years of falling into disrepair and neglect since 1974, it is now in the process of being renovated and revitalized, due to the much-publicized efforts of a group of conservationist citizens. If things go well, the theater will soon be reborn to its old glory, including neon marquee, Art Deco street facade, gold fluted colums and even the original organ pipes.
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Franklin Museum
This small museum in North-Central Tucson is a must see for every American classic car aficionado. Its main attraction is the Franklin, with 18 models on display, all original or fully restored, built between 1910 and 1934. Also featured are classic cars from 1909 to 1941, rotated at irregular intervals. Actual hours vary due to a scarcity of staff volunteers. It is therefore recommended to call ahead.
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Fronterizo
Dirt dug up during construction might always turn up some historic relics, and that's why earth underneath downtown structures is always carefully sifted and scrutinized. When this old adobe building was reconstructed in the 1970s, old handset type was found under the floor. More digging revealed that this was the office of a Spanish-language newspaper founded in 1878 by Carlos Velasco. It is now a National Register site. Access is free.
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Funtasticks Family Fun Park
This is definitely the place to go when the kids get hot and cranky after several hours of sightseeing. The main attraction for the teens and pre-teens is the go-kart ride, while the kiddies are more likely to enjoy the bumper boats. There are two mini golf courses, batting cages, and a huge arcade to keep a family busy and happy for hours. There is no admission fee; charges are for individual rides. Group discounts are available.
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Gadabout Salon Spa
Detoxify, rejuvenate or simply relax at Gadabout Salon Spa, which has several branches spread over Tucson. You can avail of the best spa facilities and amenities at this stylish retreat. Its clientele comprises of an equal number of men and women. So, all you metro sexual men don't shy away. You can get a hair cut, hair coloring, waxing, massages, manicures and pedicures to name just a few of the services offered. Try the Stress Buster Massage ... it is very effective. The branch located on Oracle Road has bagged The Salon of the Year award. Oracle Road Branch - 742 0000 East River Road Branch - 577 2000 Swan Road Branch - 325 3300 East Grant Road Branch - 885 0000 East Sunrise District Branch- 615 9700
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Galeria La Sirena
This place probably has the best selection of Caribbean and Latin American Art in all of Tucson. Showcasing both internationally established artists and emerging ones, the owners of this Haiti Arts gallery will search the Americas and the rest ofthe world looking for that particular collectors item you've been looking for, while offering affordable prices. The shop contains all original paintings and prints. Commissions are available.
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Galleria Tubac
This place is a showcase for Southwest arts and crafts as well as a unique year-round Christmas gallery offering Christmas tree ornaments, Santa's, nativities and collectibles from all over the world. The gallery features 30 different artists from the Gallery at Civano
Located inside the new residential community of Gallery at St. Paul's
Located inside the meeting room of St. Paul's United Methodist Church on Broadway, this gallery features diverse works of local artists, mostly photos and paintings. A church committee selects the line-up of artists, to rotate on a monthly basis. To purchase a piece of art you like, you need to contact the artist through the office. Contact the church offices at the number below for information on current exhibits.
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Gates Pass
For a panoramic view of Tucson and its surrounding mountain ranges, drive uphill west on Speedway Boulevard, which turns into Gates Pass Road. Stop at Gates Pass, at the apex of the road, and enjoy the desert and mountain vistas from the parking lot at the side of the road, particularly at sunset. Be aware that this is a narrow winding road frequently used by bicyclists.
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Gila River Arts and Crafts Center
This museum and cultural center near Interstate 10, about 90 miles north of Tucson, features Indian crafts and artifacts of the tribes living in the American Southwest, most prominently the Gila, Hopi, Navajo and Tohono O'odham nations. The heritage park offers a comprehensive overview of Native American history. Baskets, sand paintings and silver jewelry are for sale at the gift shop; refreshments are served at the museum restaurant. It's a great destination for an educational outing with the kids.
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Gloria Tacheenie-Campoy
Award-winning Navajo artist Glory Tacheenie-Campoy creates abstract images of the American Southwest, as well as paintings of horses and landscapes in prints and watercolors, plus crafts and gifts. One of her specialties is installation art. She also works on commission. Her piece are exhibited at the Central Arts Collective on Congress Street and at her home studio. Call for an appointment to see the works created in her studio.
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Golf Club at Vistoso
At the base of the Catalina Mountains, this golf course sits amid a saguaro forest offering dramatic natural views for golfers at all skill levels. Outdoor dining overlooking the course complements the golfing experience. This course was voted Best Course in Tucson by Golf Digest. Greens fees vary from winter to summer months. The course has eighteen holes, par 72, and 6,932 yards. Come here to improve your golf game.
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Golf N'Stuff Family Fun Center
A fun place for both locals and tourists, this big amusement park on Tucson's East Side offers something for everyone including bumper boats, go karts, batting cages, miniature golf (2 courses), rock climbing and, of course, penny arcades. There is a snack bar. There is no general admission; pay $4 for individual rides, $6.50 for mini golf, or get a $16 pass that is good for all rides. Group rates are available.
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Greasewood Park
You don't have to drive very far to see desert wildlife in Tucson. In fact, some coyotes have become quite urbanized here. This park is a particularly good spot to view wildlife. Anklam Wash, a natural corridor for coyotes, javelins and other desert critters can be found running right through it. The park doesn't have many other attractions or facilities except some picnic tables and grills, but the abundant desert vegetation is a sight most foreign visitors will appreciate. Admission is free.
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Grey Dog Trading Co.
This is the place to visit if you are looking for high quality American Indian art. Owners Kent and Laurie McManis know all the artists they are dealing with, and they don't just sell; they educate you about their products. Whether it's Navajo sand paintings, Zuni fetishes, Pueblo jewelry, Hopi kachinas, or Tohono O'odham basketry, you can be assured of quality here. It's the perfect place to find a souvenir of the Southwest.
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Hilton El Conquistador
These two courses in Tucson's northwest let golfers experience country club atmosphere while being surrounded by sahuaros, mesquite and palo verde trees (as well as the occasional javelina). The Sunrise Course (18 holes, 6,819 yards, par 72.5) resembles a park, while the Conquistador (18 holes, 6,801 yards, par 72.5) winds through desert canyons providing views of the majestic Catalina Mountain's west side. Fill up at the full service restaurant located in the resort. Greens fees range from $125 during high season to $45 for low season (summer months).
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Himmel Park
Himmel Park was voted Best Playground in Tucson by the readers of the Tucson Weekly, and with some justification. The park actually has three playgrounds. The westside section, near the pool, contains the toddlers' structure with beginner's slides and swings; then, there's more swings and the popular Giganto Slide of Death for the bigger kids, while the northeast side features a big climbing structure with several platforms and even more swings. All areas have lots of sand and picnic areas around them. Keep this place in mind if you're traveling with two-10 year olds.
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Holy Trinity Benedictine Monastery
Restore your soul at this beautiful monastery shrouded in serene green trees, just 60 miles southeast of downtown Tucson. An ornate Benedictine cross on the monastery's landscaped grounds makes a striking invitation from the backdrop of Arizona's deep blue skies. Guests amble over a Japanese bridge and meditate in the prayer garden. Points of interest include an artesian pond, a 42-acre bird sanctuary, walking trails and the hushed new world majesty of the church itself. An antique shop, museum and small restaurant keep visitors occupied with a peaceful pace. A small bed and breakfast accommodates overnight stays. The Annual Spring Fiesta scheduled each May includes live music, arts and crafts, religious services and more. Call to confirm hours open to the public.
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Hugh Cabot
Located across from the village church in historic International Wildlife Museum
Located on the scenic Gates Pass Road surrounded by stately saguaros, this wildlife museum invites visitors to take a grand tour of the fauna of the earth. African antelopes share their space with big polar bears here, looking very much alive. Apart from stuffed animals, the museum also features wildlife films, dioramas, and interactive computer games.
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It's a Blast!
The focus here is on glass, specifically the art of glass in all its variations; pierced, carved, hand blown. There are exquisitely crafted pierced spheres as well as beautiful, tall-necked vases and glass sculptures from which to choose. Apart from its glass section, the gallery features contemporary ceramics, jewelry, metal furniture and fibers, and it's all unique. You just might be tempted to buy your souvenir from Tucson right here.
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Joesler Village
This recently opened shopping plaza, named for Josias Joesler, a renowned Swiss-born architect who shaped Tucson architecture from the 1930s to the 1950s, reflects the architect's genius. The buildings are reminiscent of an old Mexican village, combining elements of Southwest-Mexican adobe architecture with tile roofs in the typically eclectic Tucson style. The mix of businesses here is as eclectic as the style, featuring American Indian art galleries, interior design stores, boutiques, a Chinese restaurant, and a bistro. The place is definitely upscale, and still expanding.
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Joseph Gross Gallery
This is where faculty and students of the University of Arizona Art Department as well as student artists from all over the country exhibit their work. As might be expected from an art school, the works are mostly experimental, sometimes controversial, but never conventional, often addressing social and environmental issues. You cannot buy art directly, but curator Julie Sasse will put you in touch with the artists you are interested in. Call for current exhibit schedules.
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Kaibab Courtyard Shops
This is a great place to buy authentic Southwestern and Mexican folk art. The store is the only Arizona outlet for Nambe Foundry, a special technique of metal making for service dishes and art pieces that originated in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The Kaibab Shops have established a reputation for offering quality Native American art since 1945, ranging from Pueblo kachina dolls to old Mexican furniture.
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Kartchner Caverns State Park
This spectacular limestone cavern has become such a popular destination that it is now virtually impossible to get inside without making reservations weeks in advance because the number of walk-up tickets per day is limited. However, the massive multicolored cave formations may be well worth the call and the required 49-mile drive from Tucson. Tickets purchased through the reservation line are USD10 per car (up to 4); cave tours are an additional USD14 for adults, USD6 children 7-13 and free for children under 6. There is a visitor center, shaded dining area, picnic area and campground.
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Kay Mallek Gallery
While the gallery has been a fixture in Tucson since 1947, the art that is on display dates back much further. Kay Mallek showcases antique paintings in oil, as well as lithographs and prints of all types. An array of china, art glass, chandeliers, figurines and other precious antiques are also available here. The studio on Swan Road offers silk screen paintings, art restoration and custom tiles decorated with love and care by the artist. It's up to you to choose from bird, animal and plant designs, as well as Mexican or Indian imagery. Studio address: 2013 Swan Road, Tucson, 85712; phone: +1 520 323 7841.
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Kitt Peak National Observatory
Southern Arizona's clear skies are ideal to host the world's largest observatory. Located 56 miles southwest of Tucson on top of a rugged mountain range, Kitt Peak features the world's largest collection of telescopes and frequently contributes to important astronomical discoveries. The observatory is open to the public, and there is no charge for admission, although a USD2 donation is requested for the guided tour. Rates for nighttime public observing programs (reservations required) are USD36 for adults; USD31 for students and seniors.
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La Buhardilla
If you are hunting for retablos, those Mexican images of saints painted on wood or clay, don't forget to check out this shop. It also carries a variety of other Latin American antiques such as hacienda doors, wrought iron works and handcrafted Sabino benches made by renowned regional artisans. The staff has traveled widely and is very knowledgable about the merchandise. The store is located on busy Broadway Boulevard between Tucson and Plummer Streets.
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La Plaza Shoppes
There is a diverse mix of businesses to be found here, with the main focus on art and accessories. Finding a parking space can be a challenge on weekends, when visitors crowd into Lights of Tucson
Here's a Tucson attraction to confirm the old adage that the best things in life are free. Just drive north at sunset on either Campbell or Swan Road into the Catalina foothills past Sunrise/Skyline Drive, stop at the end of the road and look back to the south. The glittering lights spread across the valley will reveal how this once sleepy desert pueblo has grown into a big bustling city. The best time to do this is after dark.
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Lost Barrio
Located in an old warehouse section just south of Broadway between Euclid and Campbell is an area affectionately known as the Lost Barrio. The barrio contains a row of importers and manufacturers of custom furnishings inside its old brick and adobe walls. The shops offer southwestern antiques as well as imports of decorative items from faraway places. This is a definite stop for the lover of ethnic and exotic styles. All stores here accept major credit cards.
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Madaras Gallery
A place dedicated to the work of well-known Tucson artist Diana Madaras, this gallery showcases originals, prints, calendars and notecards in an intimate setting. Her paintings, which have been exhibited in the Madera Canyon
This riparian area in the Santa Rita Mountains 38 miles south of Tucson is a bird watcher's paradise. More than 200 species of birds have been spotted here, sharing their habitat with such unusual animals as javelinas, coatamundis and mountain lions. An 11-mile round trip hike takes you from sparse desert vegetation at the bottom of the canyon to green pinion and juniper forests near the top of Mt. Wrightson. Bring plenty of food and water, as there are no services along the trail. The lower portion of the canyon offers a popular picnic spot for Mexican-Americans and large families. Take the Continental (63) exit from I-19, then follow the signs. Access is free.
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Magellan Trading Company
This great trading company offers imports from all the exotic parts of the world. The shop is especially proud of their collection of African masks. In addition, there is jewelry from Indonesia and New Guinea and glassware from Mexico, a product of particular interest for visitors to the Southwest. Collectors of exotic antiques will love this place.
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Magic Carpet Golf
Southern Arizona has the perfect weather for miniature golf all year round, though it is advisable to play during the early morning or late evening hours to avoid the blazing summer heat. So pick up the kids and head out to Magic Carpet; you can always cool off in the air-conditioned arcade room to play some air hockey and video games. Admission is an affordable $5 per person; it is free for children under 5 accompanied by adults.
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McKale Center
This center is a favorite venue for Arizona's basketball fans. It is home to the Arizona Wildcats team, and has a seating capacity of 14,500 spectators. The food stalls serve hot dogs, popcorn, soft drinks, candy, nachos, but no alcoholic beverages. The entire arena is a no smoking zone and cameras are not allowed for some major events. You can book your tickets from the venue or online through the Ticketmaster website.
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Medicine Man Gallery, Inc.
With 10,000 square feet, this is one of the biggest galleries of the Southwest, and the only one in Tucson featuring monumental works on display in a sculpture garden. There is a variety of Native American jewelry, pottery, basketry and a fine collection of Navajo rugs. The place also showcases the works of potter Maria Martinez and the works of renowned Western artist Maynard Dixon. To see current exhibit schedules, call or log on to the gallery's Web site.
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Metropolitan Tucson Visitors and Convention Bureau
They're here to serve you - so stop by the MTVCB offices downtown, especially if you are a first-time visitor to Tucson, and let the friendly staff help you organize your visit to Tucson as efficiently as possible. Listen to their advice what to see and to do, pick up as many maps and brochures as you want, or let them help you organize your next convention. It's their job, and they love doing it.
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Michael D. Higgins and Son
Appropriately located in the historic Joesler Building, this gallery specializes in old American Indian art, some of it from Pre-Columbian times, but mostly 18th and 19th century. Here, owner Michael Higgins proudly presents his exquisite Navajo blankets and Paiute baskets, as well as his collection of Mexican antiquities. He also purchases tribal art collections and handles appraisals. If you have things you would like to sell, he would be willing to travel; he also offers a consignment service at reasonable rates.
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Milagro Art Gallery
This classy art gallery in the Mission San Xavier del Bac
This attraction is to Tucson what the Eiffel Tower is to Paris, except it's more ancient. Founded in 1700 by the Spanish missionary Father Kino, 10 miles south of what is now downtown Tucson on the Tohono O'odham Indian reservation, San Xavier del Bac is considered one of the finest examples of Mexican folk baroque architecture. Indian crafts shops and a cafe are nearby. The parish is still active, so please be respectful of religious activities when visiting.
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Mo's Gallery and Fine Framing
As all art lovers know, a beautiful painting becomes even more beautiful when enhanced with a proper frame. You can be sure to get expert advice on framing at this gallery, whether you purchased your painting from here or brought your own. Tucson artist Mo spends considerable time scouting for promising artists both in the U.S. and Europe making sure his gallery features a good mix of Southwest, traditional and contemporary art.
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Molly Ramolla Gallery
Located at the entrance to the Tubac art district 45 miles south of Tucson, gallery owner Molly Ramolla works on her wax-casein paintings, using a Renaissance technique that few other painters have mastered, a skill that has earned her frequent awards. Other than her own work, she features regional artists from Southern Arizona and New Mexico. Her gallery has a good selection of painted furniture, copper sculpture, wall decorations and jewelry with a distinctly southwestern touch.
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Morning Singer
This store, located in the "Arizona Avenue" of Morning Star Traders, Inc.
If you are looking for authentic Native American crafts or other Southwest souvenirs, this is the place to go. Since they started their business in 1972, Morning Star Traders have established a reputation for selling only high quality Southeastern Indian Art. They are especially proud of their collection of old Native jewelry and Navajo rugs and a wide variety of indigenous pottery. Contemporary Native American jewelry is also available.
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Mount Lemmon
See Tucson from a birds-eye view. Take Catalina Highway 30 miles through the Coronado National Forest, where giant Saguaro cacti tower and a variety of desert vegetation blooms year around. Stop at the Seven Cataracts and Windy Pointe Vista for scenic views of untamed mountain landscape surrounding the distant lights of Tucson. Visit Ski Valley and lunch at the Iron Door. The lift operates year-round offering visitors a ride to the sky. Follow signs to Summerhaven, and browse the rustic shops or book a cozy Mount Lemmon cabin. Make a day of it!
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Mount Lemmon Ski Valley
The ski lifts on Mount Lemmon in the Catalina's north of Tucson are open all year; serious business in the winter, fun in the summer. In recent winters, snowfall has been erratic leading to permanent complaints from business owners on the mountain, but the Ski Valley and the adjacent little town of Summerhaven is always a nice getaway from the hot and harsh desert climate. It's definitely worth paying the $5 access fee at the tollbooth on Mount Lemmon Highway. Lift tickets cost $6 for adults, $3.50 for children. Ski rentals and lessons are available. It is advisable to call +1 520 749 3329 ahead for Mount Lemmon road information.
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Mountain View Golf Club at SaddleBrooke
This course provides some of the reasons why Tucson is famous among golfers around the world. Located on the ragged backside of the Catalina Mountains, this 18 holes, 6,728 yards, 72 par course in the high desert combines the golfing experience with gourmet food and awe-inspiring mountain views. Featuring a practice range, complete golf shop and a full grill. Greens fees range between around $30 during summer to around $70 during winter months. Call for exact rates.
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Muleshoe Ranch
Located in the Galiuro Mountains east of Tucson and run by the Arizona Nature Conservancy, this ranch offers visitors a chance to explore the backcountry wilderness of Arizona and its riparian areas. Offering a visitors center, nature trails, hiking opportunities, casitas (cottages) for overnight stays at $85-129 per night and a friendly and knowledgeable staff. There is a two-night minimum stay Sept through May, three-night minimum on holiday weekends. Be advised to make reservations for casitas about six weeks in advance, and be aware that the access road from Interstate 10 near Willcox is gravel, best suited for four-wheel drive vehicles.
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Muse
Formerly known as the International Arts Center inside the old YMCA building, this institution provides space for both adults and children to appreciate and practice art. The YMCA pool has been emptied and is currently being converted into an art space. On top of featuring exhibitions, dance classes and a performance center seating around 700 people, the center offers studio rentals for local artists. General admission is free; admission to cultural events varies. Guided tours of the building are available by appointment.
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Museum of Contemporary Art
The Museum of Contemporary Art, formerly known as the non-profit Toole Shed Studios Artists Collective, houses about 15 artists and includes meeting space, classrooms and private studios. Tucson artists have turned an ugly unused warehouse into an art center bustling with activity all day long, contributing their share to the Tucson downtown revival movement. With gallery owner Elizabeth Cherry now running the place, the museum is destined to be at the cutting edge of contemporary art. Admission is free.
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Nadine's
Located in the township of Catalina, a few miles north of downtown Tucson, this is one of the top specialty stores in the Tucson area. Nadine, the owner, only carries her own labels, manufactured by local couturiers. She also showcases her husbands photographic work, giving a fine art touch to her clothing and accessories shop. It really looks more like an art gallery than a store, and you are welcome to browse, with no obligation.
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Nogales
Mexico lies just a one hour drive south of Tucson. Nogales in Sonora might not offer the beauty and charm of other Mexican cities, but it certainly has plenty of opportunities for souvenir shopping and Mexican lunches. It's a frontier town, mirrored by another Nogales on the Arizona side of the border. If you just want to explore the town without venturing further into Mexico, you won't even need a passport, leave your car in a daytime parking lot on the US side,and just walk across the border. Most of the prime shopping is centered around Avenida Obregon. The best bargains are in folk art, ceramics, leather goods and hand-blown glass, but be aware that you'll be expected to dicker, which can usually be done in English.
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Novaspace
Here's a gallery totally devoted to space art. The walls are covered with prints of artists' renditions of space adventures and landscapes of foreign planets. Most prominently, manager Kim Moore features the Apollo moon paintings of ex-NASA employee Alan Bean. Also on display are the beautiful space paintings of local artist/astronomer William Hartmann. This shop is a must-see for all astronomy and art buffs.
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O.K. Corral
For a slice of the wild west's history, stop by the O.K. Corral. It is the famous site where Wyatt Earp, Virgil Earp, Morgan Earp, and Doc Holiday faced the Clanton and McLaury brothers in a bloody gunfight in 1881. Although the showdown only lasted 30 seconds, there was time for three men to be killed, three wounded, and about 30 shots to be fired. Today, visitors can see a dramatic reenactment of the fight at 2pm, daily. You can also stand next to nine life-size replicas of the gunmen, positioned on the street as they were just as the showdown began.
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Obsidian Gallery
Located in beautiful Old Pueblo Archaeology
Want to try some hands-on archaeology? Here is a non-profit organization encouraging visitors to participate in digs at the Old Pueblo Frameworks and Gallery
Located in the upscale shopping environment of Old Pueblo Trolley
For a taste of historic Tucson, take a ride on one of the track trolleys leaving from the Old Town Artisans
This is a place not to be missed when sightseeing in downtown Tucson. The old adobe structure in the historic Presidio district invites visitors to explore its shops, galleries and restaurants, or to just sit and relax in the wonderful courtyard shaded by palm trees. It's a kind of art shopping center catering to tourists eagerly looking for souvenirs from the Southwest; in fact, it offers everything from Navajo rugs to dried prickly pear jam. There is no admission fee. All stores and restaurants accept major credit cards.
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Old Tucson Studios
Located west of Tucson in the grandeur of Oracle
This former mining town, about 40 miles north of Tucson, has rapidly become another destination for art tourists. It's not a complete art colony like Organ Pipe National Monument
It's a 168-mile drive from Tucson, but it's worth it. Nowhere else in the United States can you see those rare and stately organ pipe cacti growing in the wild, surrounded by majestic deserts and mountain ranges. Head out of Tucson west on AZ Highway 86 past Owls' Club Mansion
This building in downtown Tucson always catches the attention of tourists due to its pink exterior and eclectic architecture. It was actually built in 1902 according to the design of Chicago architect Louis Sullivan, with geometrical friezes, Sonoran-style drainpipes sticking out underneath the roof, and a facade that imitates the Spanish missions of the Southwest. Formerly the home of the Fraternal Order of Owls (as signified by the sculpted owl looking down on the street from the top level), the building is now a private residence. Your appreciation of the architecture will have to be limited to the outside.
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Paloma Art
Looking for something special for that someone special waiting at home? This little shop in the beautiful foothills of the Catalina Mountains is the perfect place for buying a souvenir or gift from the Southwest. Featuring local artists and crafters, it offers a wide range of gift items, jewelry, art prints and functional ceramics. All art is original and consistently high quality. Branch also at 3001 East Skyline Drive, El Cortijo.
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Philabaum Contemporary Art Glass
Owner Tom Philabaum is renowned as one of America's best glass artists, with exhibits throughout the US, Mexico and Europe, and his gallery reflects his position in the art world, exhibiting more than 100 nationally and internationally celebrated artists. Apart from wandering around and appreciating the exhibits, you can view glassblowing at his studio and learn about the history of the studio glass movement. Call for current exhibits and events.
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Picante Designs
If you are a collector of folk art looking for authentic products, check out this shop. It is wholly devoted the folk art of the American Southwest and Mexico, featuring an abundance of indigenous clothing, jewelry and gifts. The store is noted for its excellent collection of retablos which are small images of Mexican-Catholic saints painted on tin or tile. Retablos make great gifts and much sought-after collector items.
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Picture Rocks Miniature Horse Ranch
Enjoy horseback riding and goat hugging offered by owners Connie and Al Kazal on their ranch in the rugged foothills of the Tucson Mountains. Bring your children, lots of film and a picnic basket including plenty of bread, (to feed the chickens). But be sure to call ahead for reservations. Take pictures of your kids hugging the horses and feeding the goats. Grandparents are known to enjoy this kind of stuff, too. Visit the gift shop before you leave.
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Pima Air and Space Museum
This institution is totally dedicated to the preservation of the history of flight, be it commercial, military, or interplanetary. The museum opened in 1976 with just 75 aircraft and has now grown to more than 250 on display. Its newest addition is the Northrop F-5B "Freedom Fighter." Be prepared to spend the entire day if you, or someone in your party, is a flight buff. Admission is $9.75 for adults, $6 for children 7-12; free for children 6 and under; discounts are available for seniors, groups of 20 or more and military personnel. Exhibits rotate, and special events and conferences are scheduled regularly, so check the Web site for current events.
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Pima Canyon
Pima Canyon rivals Pima County Courthouse
This courthouse, designed in 1928 in Spanish Colonial style, is a nice architectural homage to Tucson's Spanish-Mexican past. If you are downtown, take your time to stroll around and view the building from all sides. Explore the courtyard and its arcade, created by arches and columns, or sit by the cool water of the fountain. The best part of the complex is actually its glittering tiled dome in vaguely Moorish style. Finally, walk upstairs (security check required) to see the only remaining piece of the original Presidio walls displayed there. Access is free during office hours.
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Pima County Fairgrounds
This sprawling 640-acre property offers a variety of services and facilities. It hosts events, such as the annual Pima County Fair, horse shows, gun shows, dog shows, RV rallies, weddings, equipment sales, and major concerts. However, the major attraction to the grounds is the Southwestern International Raceway (SIR) and the Tucson Raceway Park. In recent times, it has shaped into the foremost racing facility in Southern Arizona with popular events like drag racing, go kart, moto cross, motorcycle, junior drag racing, and other motor sport events. The grounds also offer a great venue for weddings and receptions. You can check the events calendar on the website for upcoming events.
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Pioneer Memorial
This is the earliest work of public art in Tucson. Situated in front of what is now Tucson's Children's Museum, it was created in 1920 by San Francisco architect Bernard Maybeck and artist Beniamino Bufano, then transported to Tucson by train. Designed in a neoclassical style to fit the neoclassical building next to it, the monument commemorates the days of Tucson's rugged pioneers, when there was no air-conditioning.
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Postal History Foundation
This building duplicates an old post office in Naco, with historic stamps and Civil War documents on display. It's a paradise for any stamp collector or history buff. The old post office offers tours from 9am to 1pm each Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Large groups are required to make reservations. From 8a to 2:30p Monday-Friday, the staff also offers regular post office services on the premises. Admission is free.
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Presidio Park
In 1775, the Spanish army staked its claim to this land (now the state of Arizona) by building the fortress, or presidio, which would soon become the center of Tucson. Both the Spanish and the fortress are long gone now, and all that's left of the presidio is a plaque reminding visitors of the events hundreds of years ago. It's a park now, used for fiestas and other celebrations, surrounded by tall 1970s style office buildings. There's not much history left here aside from the Primitive Arts Gallery
Ethnographic art from all over the world is what this gallery upstairs at Pusch Ridge Stables
Want to take the family on a trail ride? Pusch Ridge Stables offers horseback rides into the beautiful foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Prices are $20 for an hour, $35 for two hours, $30 for sunset rides, $60 for half a day and $100 for a full day in the deserts and mountains around Tucson. You can also book wagon rides for a truly Western experience. It's advisable to call to make reservations.
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Ramsey Canyon Preserve
Located in the Huachuca Mountains, 90 miles southeast of Tucson, is one of the most beautiful nature preserves in Southern Arizona. It is managed and protected by the Nature Conservancy, an international conservation organization that has done an excellent job preserving its scenic beauty and variety of wildlife, particularly the world-famous hummingbirds. General admission is $5. Pets, picnicking or smoking are not permitted in the park. Overnight accommodations are available at the Ramsey Canyon Inn, a beautiful bed-and-breakfast just outside the gates.
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Randolph Municipal Courses
This park sits in the middle of the city and features two separate 18 hole golf courses. The north course (6.863 yards, par 72), site of the PING Welch's LPGA Open, and the south course (6,633 yards, par 70), is more suited for beginners. Randolph offers a practice range, driving range and a full service restaurant. Greens fees are $37 to walk; $46 to ride. Special discounts are available; call for information.
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Reid Park
Reid Park is definitely the best place in town for a family picnic. There are lots of places to roast your weenies, spread the blankets and open those jars of potato salad to the sound of the zoo animals nearby. Playgrounds with more and improved play equipment, party ramadas and public artworks are all around you. With good timing, you may even catch one of the popular Reid Park Zoo
While not being in the major league of zoos, this is still one of the major attractions in the city. Due to its relatively small size, the zoo can be explored at a leisurely pace in less than two hours. The animals are on display in pleasant natural settings. Chances are you will envy the two polar bear cubs as they happily float in ice-cold water while you're chafing in the 90+ degree Tucson summer heat. Admission is $4 for adults, $3 for seniors, $0.75 for children over 5, free for people under 5.
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Rillito Park Racetrack
Tucson is home to many equestrian activities, most of them located here at Rillito Park, which has recently been remodeled. The racing season lasts from early February to early March, and offers quarter horse, thoroughbred and Arabian races. General admission is $2. The Arizona Desert Finals for hunters and jumpers takes place in early March; call for exact dates and times. After the racing season is over, the park is used for community events and festivals; call +1 520 740 2690 for details.
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Rillito River Park
Starting at the intersection of Campbell and River Road, this park along the Rillito River is essentially a scenic six-mile trail suitable for walkers, joggers and bikers. You will find the riverbed dry most of the year, so you'll be able to actually walk in the river; but beware of flash floods, especially during the summer monsoon months. The trail offers several pleasant stops with benches, trees, playgrounds and drinking fountains. You're advised to bring water anyway, to avoid being dehydrated by the relentless desert sun.
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Rio Rico Country Club
Rio Rico Resort & Country Club captures the beauty of the high Sonoran Desert with its mesquite, pine, cottonwood and weeping willow tree-lined fairways. This 18-hole championship Robert Trent Jones, Sr. golf course built in 1971, is nestled in the beautiful Santa Cruz Valley, nearly 4000 feet above sea level, affording spectacular views and the finest golf in the Southwest. Our lush year-round rye grass fairways and bent grass greens offer the finest playing experience possible. Located in one of the few remaining environmentally pristine areas of Arizona, surrounded by mountains, many species of birds and other wildlife are seen on the course throughout the season. Tournaments Hosted: PGA Tour Qualifying, Senior PGA Tour Qualifying, Southern Arizona Open, Santa Cruz County Amateur, numerous AGA & AWGA events, and numerous charity and corporate outings. Honors Received: Ranked #2 Public Course in Arizona for 2002 by Ranking Arizona Magazine
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Romero House
As is evident in many places in downtown Tucson, the original Spanish adobe style of buildings has frequently been altered to accommodate changing tastes, not always for the better. Since the 1970s, Tucsonans have come to realize the value of the old Colonial style, especially since it is so popular with most tourists. Those changes are most evident in the former home of Leonardo Romero, the craftsman who helped build Sabino Canyon
Of all the natural attractions in and around Tucson, Sabino Canyon is certainly the most popular. This large chasm in the Saguaro Artisans
In this gallery and shop in the Saguaro National Park
Designated in 1994 and bookending Tucson from two sides, Saguaro National Park gives protection to native and animals and plants, most prominently the stately Saguaro cactus—a well-known icon of the Arizonan and Mexican deserts. Both locations have loop roads for driving and cycling, visitor's centers, bookstores, hiking trails, picnic areas and exhibit centers. The Westside park also has a remarkable ancient petroglyph site. Rangers offer special interpretative hikes on request. There is no admission fee for the Westside; however, the Eastside park charges USD4 per car.
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San Ignacio
This par 71 facility built in 1989, offers yardages from 5,200 to 6,704 depending on the tees selected. The strategy is sublime. One outstanding feature is the visibility from tee to green. Golfers see everything they must encounter before they swing the driver. The signature number 13th hole is a double-dogleg 522-yard, par five with elevated tees and a double lake along the left side. The club is at 3,000 feet elevation which offers a cooler temperature in the middle of the summer than other Tucson courses. San Ignacio is the site of extensive practice facilities and offers world famous John Jacobs Golf Schools throughout the year.
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San Pedro Country Club
The new San Pedro Golf Course is an 18 - hole championship facility located on the banks of the San Pedro River. The golf course winds through the mesquite and along the banks of the San Pedro on the front nine. The back nine travels through four canyon like settings and finishes up with the 457-yard par four split fairway eighteenth hole. The golf course stretches out to 7313 yards from the tips and there are five sets of tees to accommodate golfers of all skill levels. (We recommend that only the most stout of heart and game play the back tees.)
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San Pedro River
The San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area is one of the few remaining river ecosystems in Southern Arizona that has remained intact. Even though it has shrunk considerably over the past decades due to climatic and environmental changes, the river still hosts an amazing variety of wildlife, including 300 species of migrating and wintering birds. Start your hike at the place where the river meets AZ Highway 90 between Sierra Vista and Bisbee, about 1 1/2 hours southeast of Tucson. Access is free, but a small donation is requested. Info and souvenirs are available at the gift store.
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Sanctuary Cove
A beautiful garden in a serene desert landscape, this retreat has been set up by the non-profit All Creeds Brotherhood for all faiths to come meditate. You can drive out for a quiet walk or rent the sanctuary facilities for private gatherings at $25 a night. Call and ask to speak to Chuck Koestler for details. If you are in a group of 20 people or more, please call him in advance to make arrangements for visiting. Access is free.
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Sanders Galleries
Apart from the galleries of Scottsdale, Tucson offers the widest array of Western traditional art in Arizona, and Sanders is one of the best. The main focus here is on painters from the Southwest, but the owner will travel all over the country to find oils and watercolors to showcase in her gallery. The art she selects is usually traditional and will delight those who like the representational. Regardless of style, the works on display always reflect her good taste.
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Santa Catalina Mountains
Enjoy cool air and mountain scenery at this ragged mountain range north of the city. Crowned by 9,157-foot Mount Lemmon, the range dominates the Tucson basin and offers 150 miles of hiking trails of varying difficulty. The drive up passes cliffs and canyons, lined with saguaro cactus, through pinions and junipers, to cool pine forests and lakes near the top. Day use fees for the park are USD5. Some campgrounds charge a fee for overnight stays. Take Tanque Verde Road east to Catalina Highway (Mount Lemmon Highway).
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Santa Fe Square and Galleria
This pleasant shopping area on Tucson's east side, designed in Santa Fe adobe style and surrounded by a cobblestone road, offers several galleries and gift shops, most of them specializing in Southwestern art and accessories. Also featured is an upscale restaurant and a playhouse. If you're tired of noisy, sterile shopping malls and want to see beautiful architectural design, then this an inspiring environment to do your souvenir shopping. Most businesses here take all major credit cards.
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Santa Rita Abbey
This monastery of the Trappist order occasionally serves as a place of spiritual retreat for visitors. Located in the foothills of the Santa Rita Mountains near the town of Sonoita, it offers a place for both quiet solitary meditation and attendance of the church services. Accommodation and light food is provided for $25 per night. Spiritual books are available at the gift store. To get to the abbey, take I-10 east to exit 281 (Sonoita/Patagonia); after 21 miles, turn into Garden Canyon Road, then turn right at the fork about one mile down that road.
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Sentinel Peak
The locals commonly refer to this high elevation peak, just west of downtown, as "A" Mountain because since 1915, University of Arizona students have whitewashed the letter "A" on its eastern slope. Its history, however, goes much further back: it was at the foot of this mountain that the earliest traces of human settlements in the Tucson area were found. The top of the mountain offers one of the best panoramic views of the Tucson basin, as well as a few BBQ grills.
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Settlers West Galleries
This gallery is one of the oldest places in the Southwest to showcase the people and the wildlife of the American West. All the art is representational, and the owners make a point of selecting the finest in the field. Painters Howard Terpning, Kenneth Riley, and Harley Brown are among the Western artists featured. There is a fine art as well as a book and print gallery for you to browse and select a souvenir from the West.
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Shane House Gallery
The Tucson Arts Council established Shane House 12 years ago to provide affordable housing and work space for local artists. This is where you can meet and maybe even support them by buying a piece that you like. A number of solo shows are held throughout the year featuring individual artists who consider themselves avantgarde. The gallery is open during Sierra Madre Express
Explore the Southwest by train on this unique traveling experience. The Sierra Madre Express operates an eight day, seven night tour from Tuscon to Copper Canyon, Mexico. The tour gives travelers the chance to spend two nights in Tuscon, three nights in Canyon hotels, and two nights aboard the train. Featuring refurbished rail cars and scenic views, discovering the breathtaking terrain from Arizona to Mexico by train is sure to be an unforgettable experience. The all-inclusive vacation caters to the travelers with a taste for adventure, a love of travel by train, and the overall interest in culture, history, and the environment.
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Silverbell Trading
Silverbell showcases some of the best Native American arts from the southwest area of the United States. They feature baskets, furniture, silver, weavings, pottery, and other regional crafts, all traditionally made by the tribes in the area. The shop owner takes great pride and care in the pieces chosen for the gallery, so all of the art is of the highest quality. Check out the figurines carved from sandstone or the Zuni fetishes; the Tohono O'odham baskets are also popular items. This is definitely the shop to visit to get a taste of native Southwest culture.
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Sonora
This is presently the most controversial piece of public art in Tucson. Since its installation in 1991, the painted steel structure in front of the main library downtown has elicited hostile responses from residents as well as very mixed reviews from the media. According to artist, Black, the concept was taken from Tucson's natural environment, reflecting the serrated peaks of the Sonoran desert and the cascading streams in Sabino Canyon, yet some people do not appreciate the stark contrast to the austere architecture of the library building in both style and color. You'll just have to go and see for yourself.
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Sosa-Carrillo-Fremont House
This is one of Tucson's oldest adobe houses, built around 1880 and home of the Carrillo family for over 90 years. Located on the grounds of the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory
If Southern Arizona is a bird watcher's paradise, this place must be bird watcher's heaven. The staff at the observatory in St. Augustine Cathedral
As the biggest Catholic church in the city, this is one of the most splendid architecturally with its high interior, tall windows and dome. Built in 1896, and renovated in 1967, it is a particularly imposing sight during late evening hours. Services are held Sundays at 6:30a, 8a, and 5:30p. A special attraction is the colorful Mariachi mass Sundays at 8a, delivered in Spanish; your chance to get a taste of Tucson's rich Hispanic heritage.
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St. John Studio
Noted East Coast artist Carol St. John has recently moved her winter studio to the art colony of Tubac, a village about 25 miles south of Tucson, to enable her work to be accessible for winter visitors in mild and sunny Southern Arizona. Her watercolors have a whimsical touch, displaying her childlike and playful side. She is also a poet and educator with a long history of teaching art and will work on consignments.
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St. Philip's in the Hills
This beautiful old mission-style Episcopal Church is a place of quiet contemplation for visitors who seek shade for their spirits. Wrought-iron gates fashioned with simple crosses open to corridors leading pedestrians to a Meditation Room, a small gift shop, a series of classrooms and enclosed vegetated courtyards, one with a brick lily pond at its heart. The church and scenic grounds are open to the public weekdays until sunset. Services are observed on Saturdays and Sundays. With doors that are often open, and a series of community programs, this picturesque sanctuary shares its message with those who seek a brief reprieve from the busy world outside.
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Starr Pass Golf Club
In the Tucson Mountains, about 15 minutes west of downtown Tucson, sits Starr Pass Golf Resort. Having established itself as one of the top golf courses in the country, it doesn't disappoint. Deliberate care has been taken not to disrupt the natural surroundings, allowing golfers to enjoy the beauty of the Sonoran desert as well as a good challenge. Starr Pass hosted the PGA Tour's Tucson Open from 1987 to 1996. This course includes 18 holes, 6,123 yards, and a par 71. Greens fees are USD135 during winter (with a twilight rate of USD65), drop to USD48 in April, and charges a mere USD20 (twilight rate) in June.
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Steinfeld Mansion
Built in 1900 and bought by Tucson department store owner Abert Steinfeld in an upscale downtown district formerly known as Snob Hollow, this amazing mansion is a fine example of architect Henry Trosts's passion for the Mission Revival style. Note the arched portico and tiled roof, features reminiscent of the Spanish missions of Northern Mexico and the American Southwest, and take a minute to rest in the cool, shaded courtyard. Access is free. Today, the building houses several private offices, which limits your visit to the outside view.
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Teissedre Designs
Tiles made by Mexican craftspeople always make attractive Southwestern souvenirs to decorate your home. This store on Tucson's South Side carries one of the largest selections of tiles in the city. Find ceramic tiles, tile clocks, tiles for hot plates or request a customized design. There is also a wide range of Southwest gifts like sculpture, pottery, framed prints and jewelry. Shipping is available within the continental United States.
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Temple Gallery
Due to its world-renowned Temple of Music and Art
Patrons of the arts, demanding a proper environment for classical concerts in Tucson, helped raise most of the money necessary to build this imposing concert hall in 1927. The main building is home to a 600-seat theater, mainly used by the The Pines Golf Club At Marana
The Pines offers a mix of dramatic elevation changes and stunning mountain views with 18 enjoyable holes. In 1997 the Pines opened as The Links at Continental Ranch. The Links, which was designed by Brian Huntley, was built on the edge of a 90+ acre, 100 foot deep sand and gravel quarry. In 2000, following the decision to abandon the sand and gravel quarry, the Town of Marana and the quarry/golf course owner agreed on a plan that would reclaim the quarry by relocating 10 golf holes into the old quarry and reconfigure 8 of the existing holes. Given the elevation changes and the addition of thousands of trees it was determined that the Links name was no longer appropriate and therefore when the new course opened for play in October 2003, The Pines Golf Club at Marana was born. "Tucson's first Scottish Links style course was transformed into "Tucson's first quarry course".
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Titan Missile Museum
Here's a museum south of Tucson that must surely be considered unique; a chilly reminder of the Cold War. Go underground and see one of the old Titan ballistic missiles, watch the roll-back silo door open, follow operations at the launch control center, and watch demonstrations of countdown procedures. Admission is $7.50 for adults, $6.50 for military, $4 for juniors, free for people under 6 years. Tours begin every half hour. To get here, go south on Interstate 19 and take exit 69 to the Duval Mine Road and follow the signs.
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Tohono Chul Park
This park on Tucson's northwest side is a very civilized piece of the Sonoran desert in the city, with a wide variety of desert plants around pleasant trails, which lead visitors to a gift shop and a shaded Tolteca Tlacuilo
Tolteca Tlacuilo means "a balance between crafts and nature," and that's what this store is striving for. Located inside the Tombstone
This is the town where Wyatt Earp fought the Clanton and McLaury brothers at the OK Corral, and gunfights are still the main tourist attraction here. Tombstone was a wild wicked boomtown in the 1880s. In fact, it was the biggest city between St. Louis and San Francisco at the time. That has changed, but the town has been well-preserved for the tourists to keep the town alive today. There are enough saloons, boutiques and gift shops there to keep you busy for at least half a day. It's also an interesting stop on the way to the old mining town of Bisbee. To get to Tombstone from Tucson, take Interstate 10 east to Benson, then head south on AZ Highway 80.
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Touch of Turquoise
This place has been dealing in Native American art and jewelry since the 60s; so you can count on their expertise regarding quality and authenticity of their products. Check out the handmade jewelry, pottery, basketry and sand paintings, all perfect souvenirs and gifts for your beloved at home. The artist/owner, who works out of her home, also carries the works of well-known artists for the serious collector.
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Trail Dust Town
Here's a replica of a 19th-century Western town with small shops offering Old West souvenirs, galleries and restaurants, most notably the Tubac
The village of Tubac, located about 45 miles south of Tucson off Interstate 19, was the first European settlement in what is now the State of Arizona. It has become a haven for artists and a favorite destination for visitors to Southern Arizona, offering more than 80 shops, restaurants and galleries. The Tubac Center of the Arts features ongoing exhibitions of Southwestern art. Every year, more than 200 artists display and sell works on the streets during the Annual Tubac Festival of the Arts in early spring. Admission is free. Parking is USD4, with free horse-drawn trolleys taking you to and from the village.
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Tucson Arts District
The Tucson Arts District Partnership is working to transform the formerly distressed Tucson downtown area into a cultural hub. This non-profit organization has helped local artists find studio space downtown and restored dilapidated historic buildings, thereby transforming the streets around Congress into attractions for visitors from out of town. Staff members also organize studio tours and art walks during fall, winter and spring, as well as the popular Tucson Botanical Gardens
This is a major Tucson tourist attraction, and not just for plant lovers. Apart from a rich collection of cactus and desert wildflowers, the gardens offer an educational walk around the history of the native Tohono O'odham Indians and the efforts of local scientists to preserve native seeds. Don't miss the wonderful Nuestro Jardin, the traditional Mexican-American neighborhood garden, or the shaded restaurant patio. Admission: USD5 for adults, USD4 for seniors, USD1 for children 6-11. Children 5 and under are free.
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Tucson Children's Museum
Located in downtown Tucson, the Tucson Children's Museum offers interactive exhibit areas that allow children to explore and discover for themselves in galleries that include Dinosaur Canyon, the TCM Bakery and Farmer's Market, Wee World, the ZOOMzone, the Ocean Discovery Center, and others.
Please visit the website for dates and times of daily featured activities.
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Tucson Convention Center
This is Tucson's main venue for the performing arts, home of the Tucson Greyhound Park
Dog racing is very popular with Tucsonans, and watching greyhounds race can be a rewarding experience—both financially and culturally. Located in Hispanic South Tucson, Greyhound Park lets the dogs out Tuesday to Sunday evenings for a $1.25 admission fee. Parimutual betting is offered on site. Follow up a big win by enjoying a $5.99 buffet at the clubhouse. In addition to the nighttime fun, the track hosts a "flop meet" (an open market) on the premises every Saturday and Sunday from 7a to 4p.
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Tucson Mall
When Tucsonans say they're going to "The Mall", they don't mean the strip mall down at the corner. Rather, they're referring to the biggest shopping center in the city, with more than 200 specialty stores, a large food court serving cuisine from all over the world and a great merry-go-round. Of special interest for visitors from out of town is Arizona Avenue, a large section of the mall completely devoted to things southwestern including pottery, silver, turquoise, Native American art, you name it. Chances are you will find that special piece of Arizona you want to take home with you right here.
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Tucson Museum of Art
The Tucson Museum has moved from exhibiting mostly traditional Western art to contemporary and experimental, with a large section devoted to pre-Columbian artistry of the American Southwest and Mexico. The museum shop features works by some of Arizona's most talented artists. Docent tours may be scheduled by calling +1 520 696 7450. Admission is USD5 for adults; USD4 for seniors,USD3 for students. Children under 12 are admitted free of charged, and it's free for all on Sundays.
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Tucson Puppet Works
This place has quickly become one of the centers of activity in the Tucson-Pima Arts Council Community Gallery
The Tucson-Pima Arts Council has served the artist community in Tucson for several years, and has been quite successful introducing heretofore unknown artists to the public. The large space in this downtown gallery is used for both exhibits and multimedia performances. Only group shows are displayed here, usually by three or more local artists. If you choose to purchase a piece you like, the Council will put you in touch with the artist. Admission is free.
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Tumacacori National Historic Park
About 45 miles south of Tucson off Interstate 10, there is a historic site well worth visiting. The old village of Tumacacori was a Franciscan mission till the days of the Mexican war of independence when the missionaries were told to leave. The mission was then taken over by the devout Akimel O'odham people, who maintained it, fighting off Apache raids until they, too, had to abandon the village. Today, an annual history festival tells the story of the mission. Each year during the first Sa and Su of December, visitors can watch demonstrations of pottery, weaving and other Native American or Spanish arts. Admission to the site is $2 per person or $4 per carload, but free during the festival. The village bookstore accepts major credit cards.
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Turquoise Door
This gallery is one of the best places in Tucson to get silver and gold jewelry, as well as Southwestern craft items. Located in the upscale Two Coats Trading Company
This east side gallery is one of the best places in Tucson to buy Southwestern art and jewelry. The works of local artists such as Gary Auerbach, renowned for his platinum photographs, and Susi Nagoda-Bergquist, a local multimedia artist, are featured here. There is also a good collection of Huichol bead and yarn art, Mata Ortiz pottery, jewelry, Tohono O'odham pottery, and books. A visit to this gallery will give you an excellent introduction into the cultural of the Southwest boreder regions.
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University of Arizona
You've heard that wild cats roam the Sonoran Desert. Visit the historically significant U of A campus and discover that Wildcats rule the playing field as well. Tour the grounds, first broken for construction in 1887 and experience the sites, sounds and action that helped make this campus one of the top-rated schools in the nation today. Take in a light and laser show at University of Arizona Museum of Art
Located on the Valley of the Moon
Take a trip to fantasyland in the desert and see historic Western sites in an enchanted environment made from rocks. Let your imagination make history come alive for you. This is the ideal environment for children and adult birthday parties or get-togethers. Shows are free, but call the public relations director in advance for tour and show times, since this place does not schedule regular hours. There is a gift shop on site.
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Ventana Canyon Golf Courses
Good luck trying to enjoy the scenery here while concentrating on your game! The 18-hole Canyon Course (6,818 yards, par-72) follows Espero Canyon into the Catalina Mountains, providing breathtaking views of deserts and cliffs. The more challenging Mountain Course (6,926 yards, par-72) even employs features of the desert landscape as natural golfing obstacles. Winter greens fees are USD169 for resort guests; USD189 for visitors. The fees drop down to USD80 (for non guests) during the hot Tucson summer months when business slows.
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Venture Fine Arts Gallery
Focusing on original art of the Southwest, this fine little gallery on Tucson's East Side at Villa Feliz Flowers
This neat little shop in the Village Blacksmith
Jerry W. Harris, third generation Arizonan sculptor and winner of the 1998 People's Choice Award Sedona Sculpture Walk, runs a working studio here where visitors are welcome. His metal sculptures are inspired by the lore of the Southwestern deserts and their people, usually harking back to the powerful symbols of Native American culture. He also makes functional metal works, furniture, and gates to beautify your home.
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Wyatt's Water World
A Disney-type theme park around water... bring the kids, let them fly down those water slides till they get real tired (they won't have any trouble falling asleep that night) while you relax at the picnic table. And don't forget to bring plenty of suntan lotion; there's no shelter from the blazing Arizona sun once you get into the water. Go to the spacious ramada for shade and food services. Admission: $8.95. Inquire about group rates on weekends.
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