Spanish Garrison and Musket Demonstrations This Saturday,
Oct. 12th, 10am – 1pm

The Presidio San Agustin del Tucson Museum

Best area walking tours, local history, heritage and exhibits.

Stop at the Tucson Presidio Museum first to gain an understanding of the local history, culture and traditions that define Tucson. At this re-creation of a Spanish fort built in 1775, Our docents will take you on a tour of the Presidio Museum where you’ll discover how Tucson residents lived before air conditioning and cell phones. Kids of all ages can try out Presidio-era kids games in the box on the Territorial Patio and try on the cuera, the Presidio soldier’s version of chainmail, in the soldiers’ quarters. Visitors will also experience a 150-year-old classic Sonoran Row house to see how houses were built before the railroad brought in the new building materials of the age. See archaeological remains of a pit house in the ground, and learn about the lives of early Native Americans in our Early People’s Park. Various demonstrations and living history activities are held throughout the year.

Best area walking tours

Looking for more ways to explore Tucson’s history and culture? The Presidio Museum offers several different historical and cultural walking tours at various times with a local guides who will share their love of Tucson, keeping you entertained with interesting stories and facts. (Pets are welcome.)

See unique local murals or historic mansions and learn about different historic neighborhoods. For wine lovers, some of our tours end in a wine tasting at a downtown venue.

Living History, Cultural Heritage, Activities for Kids, and More…

Enjoy demonstrations, activities, or exhibits.

During our many Living History events, visitors enjoy demonstrations of blacksmithing, food preparation, and also see historical re-enactments, and soldier drills.

For all of our activities, visit our Calendar of Events, or our social media pages: Facebook, Instagram

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