Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # The Tucson Presidio Museum Introduce Yourself To Tucson ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://tucsonpresidio.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Living History Day](https://tucsonpresidio.com/2020/11/24/presidio-garrison-living-history-second-saturdays/) - Living History Day allows visitors to experience the Presidio as it would have been during its heyday. Docents in period costume provide a variety of opportunities for visitors including:***interactive demonstrations of children’s games and weaving***soldiers practicing their drills***watching and learning how the soldiers fire their muskets***pumping the bellows of the blacksmith’s forge***tastings of handmade tortillas - [New Walking Tours](https://tucsonpresidio.com/2020/08/26/excavation-of-the-presidio-museum-site/) - In addition to our popular Turquoise Trail, Barrio Viejo, Murals, and Mansions of Main Avenue Walking Tours, the Presidio Museum is offering some new walking tours to our offerings. The Armory Park Walking Tour goes through the Armory Park neighborhood, south of Broadway and east of Stone. Homes started to go up in this area ## Pages - [The Presidio San Agustin del Tucson Museum](https://tucsonpresidio.com/) - Tucson Presidio Historic Museum honors Tucson's history. The original and best area walking tours, entertaining guides, fun Living History and cultural events. - [Dia de los Muertos Ofrendas](https://tucsonpresidio.com/dia-de-los-muertos-ofrendas/) - The Presidio Museum will host several Dia de los Muertos Ofrendas (altars) during the celebration honoring these groups/individuals that have passed. - [The Staff](https://tucsonpresidio.com/staff/) - Get to know the staff at The Tucson Presidio who each, in their own way, help to keep Tucson's history alive. Amy Hartmann-Gordon is the Executive Director. - [Visit Ft Lowell Museum](https://tucsonpresidio.com/visit-ft-lowell-museum/) - FORT LOWELL MUSEUM Visit Us Take a self-guided tour, learn from a docent, check out daily activities, take a virtual tour, or schedule a group tour. LOCATION 2900 N. Craycroft Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85712info@TucsonPresidio.com HOURS Admission PARKING Free parking available within Fort Lowell Park. Explore the Museum in 360° Featured Activities Fort Lowell Park Tours CLICK - [Visit](https://tucsonpresidio.com/visit-tucson-presidio-museum/) - Visit the Tucson Presidio Museum, a re-creation of the historic presidio fort built in 1775. Click for hours and location. Events, walking tours, dog friendly! - [Education, Outreach, and Community Engagement](https://tucsonpresidio.com/education-outreach/) - The Tucson Presidio Trust offers educational programs at both the Presidio and Fort Lowell Museums for professional educators, homeschoolers, and family groups. - [Fort Lowell Museum: Tucson's Local History](https://tucsonpresidio.com/fort-lowell/) - Fort Lowell Museum: Tucson's Local History. The Fort Lowell Museum is located within Fort Lowell Park. It was a military supply post active from 1873 to 1891. - [Salon & Saloon: Lecture Series](https://tucsonpresidio.com/lectures/) - Join us for our monthly lecture series, Salon and Saloon. Each month’s lecture focuses on a different aspect of Arizona’s history, given from the unique perspective of historians, authors, and archaeologists. Lectures are NOW AT BARRIO BREWING CO. located at 800 E 16th St, Tucson, AZ 85719, except for March 20, which is at the - [Cultural and Living History Events](https://tucsonpresidio.com/living-history-days-cultural-events/) - Living History Events at Tucson Presidio feature a theme with unique activities. Runs from October through April. Check our Calendar for upcoming events. - [Members' Book Club](https://tucsonpresidio.com/members-book-club/) - Join us to read and learn about the Southwest! The book club meets at the Brandylion Tea & Spirits once a month on Sundays at 1 pm. Book suggestions are welcome! Sept 6, 2026- Almanac of the Dead by Leslie Marmon Silko Sunday, Sept 6The Brandylion (200 N Court Ave)1 pm Almanac of the Dead - [Regular Activities at Fort Lowell](https://tucsonpresidio.com/daily-activities-fort-lowell/) - Welcome! These activities are offered on a regular basis October-April during normal business hours, Activities/demos are dependent on volunteer/staff availability, as well as weather. Please feel free to call ahead to confirm availability at 520-526-2335. Included with regular admission or free with a membership. Docent Tours Enjoy a docent-led tour of the museum. You will - [Tucson Area Walking Tours](https://tucsonpresidio.com/walking-tours/) - Register today for the best Tucson Area Walking Tours with Tucson Presidio. Wine tasting added to several tours! 17 tours with experienced and friendly guides. - [](https://tucsonpresidio.com/daily-activities/) - Tucson Presidio Museum Regular Activities The Presidio Museum is closed July and August. The following activities are offered on a regular basis (October-April) during normal business hours. Activities/demos are dependent on volunteer/staff availability and weather. Feel free to call ahead to check availability 520-622-0594. Included with regular admission or free with a membership. Docents, Demos, - [Summer Camps at the Presidio Museum](https://tucsonpresidio.com/summer-camps-tucson-presidio-museum/) - Tucson PRESIDIO MUSEUM Summer Camps Engaging Children in Tucson's History Below are a few reviews from parents: SUMMER CAMP AT THE PRESIDIO 2026 Weekly Member price: $250Weekly Non-member price: $28010% off for sibling NEW OPTION THIS YEAR: DAILY RATES!Daily Member price: $52Daily Non-member price: $57You can schedule for any day of the week but space - [Summer Camps at the Fort Lowell Museum](https://tucsonpresidio.com/summer-camps-fort-lowell-museum/) - Fort Lowell MUSEUM Summer Camps Engaging Children in Tucson's History Check out some of the reviews our camps have received over the years! SUMMER CAMP AT THE FORT LOWELL MUSEUM2026 Weekly Member price: $250Weekly Non-member price: $28010% off for sibling NEW OPTION THIS YEAR: DAILY RATES!Daily Member price: $52Daily Non-member price: $57You can schedule for - [A Presido Blog Children of the Presidio](https://tucsonpresidio.com/a-presido-blog-children-of-the-presidio/) - Two Hundred and Fifty Years Ago, Being a Kid Was Hard Work! By Edward Peng Tucson’s Presidio was a Spanish and Mexican military fort. While it was home to soldiers, families with children also resided here. One of the goals of the museum, when elementary school classes visit for field trips, is to give them - [A Blog: Tales from the Presidio San Agustin and Fort Lowell](https://tucsonpresidio.com/a-blog-tales-from-the-presidio-san-agustin-and-fort-lowell/) - May 21, 2026 - Two Hundred and Fifty Years Ago, Being a Kid Was Hard Work! Tucson’s Presidio was a Spanish and Mexican military fort. While it was home to soldiers, families with children also resided here. One of the goals of the museum, when elementary school classes visit for field trips, is to give - [Fort Lowell Education, Outreach, and Community Engagement](https://tucsonpresidio.com/fort-lowell/fort-lowell-education-and-outreach/) - FT Lowell museum Fort Lowell Education, Outreach, and Community Engagement Outreach and Community Engagement The Tucson Presidio Trust works to build long lasting relationships with community members and organizations that extend beyond a single museum visit. We welcome invitations to participate in community events and can offer topic specific traveling displays for local non-profit organizations - [Presidio Museum Workshops](https://tucsonpresidio.com/presidio-museum-workshops/) - TUcson presidio museum Workshops Experience history and heritage up close! Check back this Summer for new workshop dates! - [Fort Lowell Day - Preservation and Restoration](https://tucsonpresidio.com/fort-lowell-day/) - Fort Lowell Day Activities celebrate the Fort Lowell Neighborhod, the Fort Lowell Museum, and the history of the area. Check our Calendar for upcoming events. - [](https://tucsonpresidio.com/civicrm/) - [Fort Lowell Park Walking Tours](https://tucsonpresidio.com/fort-lowell-park-walking-tours/) - Fort Lowell Park Walking Tours Guided Walking Tour Fort Lowell Park Walking Tour Before Davis Monthan, there was Fort Lowell! This walking tour covers the history of the land, people, and fort structures that played a huge part in the development of modern Tucson during the Apache Wars, America’s longest-running military conflict. This 2-hour leisurely - [History in the Park Events](https://tucsonpresidio.com/history-in-the-park-events/) - FORT LOWELL MUSEUM History in the Park Events History comes alive on 4th Saturdays at the Fort Lowell Museum! Visitors can enjoy historic demonstrations, displays, and hands-on activities for the entire family. Visitors will get a glimpse into what life was like for the Fort Lowell soldiers, Apache Scouts, and their families, as well as - [Calendar of Events, Activities & Walks at The Presidio and Fort Lowell Museums](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendars/) - Double check the location! - [Presidio Museum Blog: The Turquoise Trail Comes of Age](https://tucsonpresidio.com/presidio-museum-blog-the-turquoise-trail-comes-of-age/) - CLICK HERE FOR 20th ANNIVERSARY COMMUNITY FUN WALK ON APRIL 19th! The Turquoise Trail Comes of Ageby Gayle Hartmann This year, 2026, the Turquoise Trail (originally called the Presidio Trail) turns 20 years old. How did the Turquoise Trail come to be? In part, it began when City of Tucson employee Randy Emerson introduced me - [Presidio Museum Group Tours](https://tucsonpresidio.com/group-tours/) - Group Tours of The Tucson Presidio Museum include learning its history. A glimpse of period-era homes, viewing a replica of an 18th century cannon. Much more. - [The Turquoise Trail](https://tucsonpresidio.com/turquoise-trail/) - The Turquoise Trail Walking Tour is a 2 1/2 mile loop through downtown Tucson starting at the Tucson Presidio Historic Museum. Call 520-622-0594 for more info. - [Presentations for Adults](https://tucsonpresidio.com/presentations-for-adults/) - The Presidio Museum offers a variety of presentations for adults. Our guides and presentators bring their experience and love of the area to all the events. - [A Blog: Merry 1800s Christmas!](https://tucsonpresidio.com/a-blog-tales-from-the-presidio-san-agustin-and-fort-lowell/a-blog-merry-1800s-christmas/) - Christmas in Territorial TucsonBy Kate Avalos As we prepare for the upcoming holiday season, it might surprise people to discover that many of the Christmas traditions we celebrate today were also celebrated in 19th-century Tucson. Traditions such as Santa Claus and decorating the Christmas tree were popular. As early as 1876, the Arizona Citizen reported - [Fort Lowell Museum Group Tours](https://tucsonpresidio.com/fort-lowell-group-tours/) - Fort Lowell museum group tours Contact Ginger Thompson, GingerT@TucsonPresidio.com, for more information or to schedule a museum tour or a private walking tour. . Groups of 10 + visitors will receive discounted rates on private museum & walking tours. Visitors will learn about: The history of Fort Lowell, as well as about the soldiers, scouts, - [Ft Lowell Museum Mission](https://tucsonpresidio.com/ft-lowell-museum-mission/) - FT Lowell MUSEUM OUR MISSION To promote, preserve and interpret the history of the region located at the confluence of the Tanque Verde Creek and Pantano Wash, inviting conversation and discovery of the communities supported by these waters for thousands of years. The Tucson Presidio Trust for Historic Preservation An umbrella organization for the Presidio - [Presidio Museum and Fort Lowell Museum Membership](https://tucsonpresidio.com/presidio-museum-membership/) - Tucson Presidio Trust for Historic Preservation One membership for two museums! Become a Presidio and Fort Lowell Museum Member! Your membership comes with great benefits and supports museum operations, award-winning educational programming, and members only activities such as the Members Only Book Club. It's the best way to show your support of Tucson's downtown community gem! - [SUPPORT](https://tucsonpresidio.com/support/) - The Presidio Museum and Fort Lowell Museum are only successful due to community donations! Please join by donating in this Annual Appeal 2023 to support us. - [Our Board Members Guide Our Mission](https://tucsonpresidio.com/board/) - Our Board Members and Executive Committee guide the mission for The Tucson Presidio. Meet W. Mark Clark, J. Homer Thiel, John Bird, and other members of our Board. - [Cultural Awareness & IDEA](https://tucsonpresidio.com/cultural-awareness-idea/) - Tucson Presidio Museum is committed to IDEA Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility. IDEA is in all historical interpretations and its daily operations. - [A Presidio Blog: Dia de los Muertos](https://tucsonpresidio.com/a-presidio-blog-dia-de-los-muertos/) - Día de los Muertos, When Loved Ones ReturnBy Kate Avalos While Día de los Muertos has been gaining popularity worldwide, it is often still misunderstood as “Mexican Halloween.” While both holidays share the belief that the dead can return, Halloween is quite different as it focuses on warding off evil spirits. In contrast, during Día - [Promoting Historic Tucson](https://tucsonpresidio.com/mission/) - The Mission: Promoting Tucson's History. The Presidio Museum promotes, preserves and interprets the city's origins. It celebrates its multi-cultural community. - [Media Coverage](https://tucsonpresidio.com/media-coverage/) - Media Coverage For general media inquiries, please contact info@tucsonpresidio.com. October 19th, 2025 How America's Revolution got help from Tucson Presidio patriots September 2, 2025Activate El Presidio — A Rio Nuevo Project August 25, 2025'All Things S-cuk Ṣon' revels in Tucson's ancient & diverse history August 21, 2025Tucson’s rich culture remains a key driver of its - [A Fort Lowll Blog: The Haunting of Fort Lowell](https://tucsonpresidio.com/a-blog-tales-from-the-presidio-san-agustin-and-fort-lowell/fort-lowell-blog-a-haunting/) - The Famous Ghost of Fort Lowell By Kate Avalos After the Army left Fort Lowell in 1891, Mexican families moved into the area, creating the El Fuerte neighborhood. In December of 1900, strange reports started emerging of a ghostly figure seen running around the fort ruins during the night. It did not take long for - [A Presidio Blog: The Festival of San Agustín](https://tucsonpresidio.com/a-blog-tales-from-the-presidio-san-agustin-and-fort-lowell/a-presidio-blog-the-festival-of-san-agustin/) - From a Catholic Celebration to Drunken Debauchery: the History of the Festival of San Agustín in Tucsonby Felix Brigham August 28 marks the feast of the patron saint of Tucson, San Agustín or Saint Augustine. While it is no longer celebrated in Tucson, the Festival of San Agustín was once the city’s largest yearly celebration. - [Presidio Museum Virtual Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/presidio-museum-virtual-tour/) - tucson presidio museum Virtual Tour Take a look inside the Presidio Museum. Explore the Museum in 360° Main Entrance & Gift Shop Welcome to the Presidio Museum! Our main entrance, gift shop, and front desk are all located in the 1870s Jacome House, an original Sonoran Row Home. Notice the saguaro-rib ceiling in the gift shop. This building - [A Presidio Blog: The Pioneer Brewery to Presidio Pale Ale](https://tucsonpresidio.com/a-presidio-blog-the-pioneer-brewery-to-presidio-pale-ale/) - From The Pioneer Brewery to Presidio Pale Ale: Tucson’s History of Beer By Felix Brigham In May, Barrio Brewing Company released a new limited-edition beer in collaboration with the Presidio Museum. The Presidio Pale Ale celebrates the 250th anniversary of Tucson and is brewed with Amarillo hops. With this beer, the Presidio Museum has contributed - [Free Videos and Resources](https://tucsonpresidio.com/free-video-and-resources/) - [Activities For Kids](https://tucsonpresidio.com/for-kids/) - Are there any activities for kids at the Tucson Presidio? You'll find n activity box with games, coloring sheets and scavenger hunts families can do together. - [Contact Us](https://tucsonpresidio.com/contact-us/) - TUCSON PRESIDIO MUSEUM Contact Us Tucson Presidio Museum 196 N Court Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701 info@tucsonpresidio.com 520-622-0594 - [Venue Rentals](https://tucsonpresidio.com/venue-rentals/) - TUCSON PRESIDIO Museum Venue Rentals Rent the Presidio Museum for your special events. Renting the Presidio The Presidio allows event hosts to add a touch of history to their weddings, receptions, dinners and parties. All event set-up must begin after the Museum closes, which is at 4 pm, unless arranged with Presidio administration in advance. - [A Presidio Blog: Colcha Embroidery](https://tucsonpresidio.com/a-presidio-blog-colcha-embroidery/) - Colcha Embroidery: Stitching Together the History of the Southwest By Felix Brigham In recent years, embroidery and other fiber arts have undergone a resurgence in popularity as new generations have taken up these forms of creative expression. The modern embroidery revival could make you forget that these art forms have been practiced by a wide range - [Pay For Your Group Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/pay-for-your-group-tour/) - [civicrm component="contribution" id="13" mode="live" hijack="0"] - [Purchase A Patio Brick](https://tucsonpresidio.com/make-a-permanent-statement/) - Purchase A Patio Brick For $135 you can become a permanent part of the Presidio Museum’s new patio by purchasing a brick. The Presidio Museum exists thanks to decades of work from many community activists and preservationists and this patio is a chance to preserve their legacy. Become a permanent part of history by purchasing a - [Garrison Living History Re-Enactment Volunteers](https://tucsonpresidio.com/garrison-living-history-re-enactment-volunteers/) - tucson Presidio Museum Garrison Living History Re-Enactment Volunteers The Tucson Presidio Garrison portrays soldiers of the Spanish Colonial frontier at the Presidio. These men were volunteers who chose life in the army. The frontier was difficult, but it offered the opportunity for social advancement. The troops were diverse, with Mexicans, Indians, Irish, Italians, blacks, and - [La Gente Re-enactment Volunteers](https://tucsonpresidio.com/la-gente-re-enactment-volunteers/) - tucson Presidio Museum La Gente Re­­enactment Volunteers La Gente ("The People" in Spanish) portray civilian life at the Presidio. These men and women exhibit life skills of the Spanish Colonial people. They demonstrate the simplicity of life and the challenges of survival at a frontier fort and conduct the following demonstrations during special events or - [Become a Docent](https://tucsonpresidio.com/become-a-docent/) - Are you interested in Tucson's history and looking for a way to share your interest with others? Presidio Museum Docents provide tours and general information to our visitors, and we are always looking for new docents! Traditionally, docents work half-day shifts once a week, but once-a-month opportunities are also available. We encourage you to learn more! E-mail Ginger Thompson, - [El Presidio Real Newsletters](https://tucsonpresidio.com/presidio-museum-newsletters/) - Read the current and past issues of the Presidio Museum Newsletters. Click on the image to view the publication. - [History of The Three Presidios of Arizona](https://tucsonpresidio.com/the-three-presidios-of-arizona/) - There are three presidios of Arizona. Presidios are former military posts or fortified settlements. These are in Tubac, Tucson, and near Sierra Vista. - [History of the Tucson Presidio Trust](https://tucsonpresidio.com/history-of-the-trust/) - The Tucson Presidio Trust Our History The Tucson Presidio Trust for Historic Preservation is a non-profit organization that manages the Presidio Museum. The Trust was founded in 1984 by Lewis Hall, who had two goals; to raise awareness of southern Arizona's Spanish and Mexican heritage and to push for the reconstruction of portions of - [About: The Tucson Presidio Museum](https://tucsonpresidio.com/about-us/) - Come learn more About Us. Tucson Presidio Museum has fascinating historical attractions and events in downtown Tucson. Check our Calendar and join us soon. - [A Fort Lowell Blog Laundresses](https://tucsonpresidio.com/a-fort-lowell-blog-laundresses/) - The Army LaundressKate Avalos One official position of the army that women could hold was the laundress. Since they were an official part of the military they were subject to military law and could be court-martialed. The idea first emerged during the American Revolution by the British and in 1802, Congress made the position official. - [Privately Reserved Walking Tours](https://tucsonpresidio.com/privately-reserved-walking-tours/) - Please contact tour guide Dorothy Yanez at dyanez1@yahoo.com - [A Presidio Blog Frozen Charlotte Dolls](https://tucsonpresidio.com/a-blog-tales-from-the-presidio-san-agustin-and-fort-lowell/tales-from-the-presidio-museum-and-fort-lowell/) - The Dark History of Frozen Charlotte Dollsby Felix Brigham Artifacts found in the Siqueiros-Jácome House, ranging from dolls to school slates, during Desert Archaeology’s excavation offer a unique view into the lives of Soledad Jácome’s daughters in the late 19th century. One doll discovered, currently on display at the museum, is a Frozen Charlotte doll. - [A Presidio Blog flintknapping](https://tucsonpresidio.com/a-blog-tales-from-the-presidio-san-agustin-and-fort-lowell/presidio-san-agustin-blog-2/) - The Point of Projectiles: What Exactly is Flintknapping?By Wolf Whitney-Hul “I have been flintknapping on and off since 2018 and rarely turn out a good point, but I am improving, and I am always happy to demonstrate to our visitors and answer questions about flintknapping, experiential archaeology, and archaeology in general! Visit my Ask an - [A Presidio Blog Cochineal](https://tucsonpresidio.com/a-blog-tales-from-the-presidio-san-agustin-and-fort-lowell/a-blog-tales-from-the-presidio-san-agustin-and-fort-lowell-presidio-san-agustin-blog-cochineal/) - Cochineal, the Little Bug that Sparked Piracy, Smuggling, and EspionageBy Kate Avalos When Hernán Cortés arrived in the Aztec capital Tenochtitlan in 1521, he observed the city’s markets were filled with vibrant red textiles. The red dye came from the cochineal bug, a small insect, found on prickly pear cactus. Europeans had struggled to produce - [Fort Lowell: The History of Arizona Teacher Workshop](https://tucsonpresidio.com/fort-lowell-the-history-of-arizona-teacher-workshop/) - Fort Lowell: The History of Arizona Teacher Workshop. Public historian, preservationist Ken Scoville explains how geography and people shaped this area. - [History of the Reconstruction](https://tucsonpresidio.com/history-of-the-reconstruction/) - Tucson Presidio Museum History of the Reconstruction Groups of 10 or more are welcome at the Presidio Museum and receive a discounted rate for tours The Presidio Museum was an idea that took decades to come to fruition. Beginning in the mid-1980s, members of the Tucson Presidio Trust for Historic Preservation led by their President, - [Connect](https://tucsonpresidio.com/connect/) - Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum 196 N. Court Ave.Tucson, AZ 85701520-622-0594info@TucsonPresidio.com Instagram Page Facebook Page - [Newsletter Archive -2023](https://tucsonpresidio.com/newsletter-archives-2023/) - Click on the appropriate newsletter image below to view the entire newsletter. 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LongFormer VP of Productat Company Name Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing - [Presidio Museum Partners in Pursuing IDEA](https://tucsonpresidio.com/presidio-museum-partners-in-pursuing-idea/) - Click on the logos for organization websites. - [General Rules for Educational Programming](https://tucsonpresidio.com/general-rules-for-educational-programming/) - COVID All visitors must follow Covid safety protocol per CDC recommendations. PRE-REGISTRATION All activities below require pre-registration with our Outreach Specialists. Depending on the program, reservation of two months ahead may be needed. CHAPERONES Groups (including individual family groups) must have at least one adult chaperone per 4 children. Chaperones will be asked to participate - [Registration for History in the Field Youth Workshops](https://tucsonpresidio.com/history-in-the-field-youth-programs/) - Most of these two-hour programs are ideal for third and fourth grade students, but youth of all ages will enjoy the programs and are welcome to register unless otherwise noted. One adult chaperone is required to register, pay, and attend the workshop for every four children. All programs are held on Mondays and are $5 - [Upcoming Events Test](https://tucsonpresidio.com/upcoming-events/) - [tribe_featured_venue slug="Presidio San Agustin del Tucson Museum" limit="20"] - [The Duplex Project](https://tucsonpresidio.com/the-duplex-project/) - September, 2021 The Presidio Museum complex includes a historic building, built in 1908, that was originally a residential duplex. While the rest of the Presidio Museum complex was renovated using bond money from the Rio Nuevo Multipurpose District (RNMD), and opened to the public as a museum in 2008, the duplex building was not included - [Spanish Colonial Costumes: A Guide for Living History Volunteers](https://tucsonpresidio.com/spanish-colonial-costumes-a-guide-for-living-history-volunteers/) - The men and women of the Tucson Presidio wore clothing that identified their class and their occupation. Their clothes were similar to those that would have been found in the colonies back east, which was now in the process of splitting from Great Britain. But there were differences in clothing for both men and wo - [Presidio Museum Blog](https://tucsonpresidio.com/presidio-museum-blog/) - The Presidio Museum's blog covers a variety of topics, including archaeology, Spanish and Native American art and culture, book suggestions and upcoming live and virtual events occurring at the museum. Entries are regularly posted by resident experts including the museum’s past board presidents and Presidio scholars. Click here to access the blog. - [The Original Presidio San Agustín del Tucson](https://tucsonpresidio.com/history-of-the-presidio-san-agustin/) - This map, based on the 1883 Sanborn Fire Insurance Map, was drafted in the 1940s. This map, based on the 1883 Sanborn Fire Insurance Map, was drafted in the 1940s. The red outlines where the original Presidio walls were, by this time they were mostly buried by newer construction. Today’s reconstruction is located on the - [Events](https://tucsonpresidio.com/events/) - [History of Arizona Presidios](https://tucsonpresidio.com/history-of-arizona-presidios/) ## Events - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2023-09-10/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2023-08-12/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Pioneer Women of Main Avenue Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/pioneer-women-of-main-avenue-walking-tour-2023-05-21/) - Pioneer Women of Main Avenue Walking Tour $20/Member, $25/Non-member This walking tour focuses on the pioneer women who contributed so much to Tucson’s history. Some of the women covered include: **Sarah Sorin – the first female attorney to appear before the U.S. Supreme Court unassisted **Gladys Franklin – active with historic and artistic endeavors in - [Pioneer Women of Main Avenue Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/pioneer-women-of-main-avenue-walking-tour-2023-07-29/) - Pioneer Women of Main Avenue Walking Tour $20/Member, $25/Non-member This walking tour focuses on the pioneer women who contributed so much to Tucson’s history. Some of the women covered include: **Sarah Sorin – the first female attorney to appear before the U.S. Supreme Court unassisted **Gladys Franklin – active with historic and artistic endeavors in - [Mainly Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/mainly-murals-walking-tour-2-2022-03-13-2022-04-10-2022-04-18-2023-06-03/) - Mainly Murals Walking Tour $20/member, $30/non-member Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, the Mainly Murals Walking Tour includes many of the murals found north of Congress Street in downtown Tucson and discusses the artist, history of the mural and many of the artists’ inspirations behind the pieces. The tour is approximately two miles. Pre-registration is - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour - A Slightly Shorter Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-3-2023-12-17/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour - A Slightly Shorter Tour Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, this walking tour covers much of the Turquoise Trail through the heart of downtown through the Barrio Streetscape (Stop 15 on the brochure). The tour then turns north on Church Avenue heading back to the Presidio Museum. This tour is - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour - A Slightly Shorter Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-3-2023-04-16/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour - A Slightly Shorter Tour Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, this walking tour covers much of the Turquoise Trail through the heart of downtown through the Barrio Streetscape (Stop 15 on the brochure). The tour then turns north on Church Avenue heading back to the Presidio Museum. This tour is - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour - A Slightly Shorter Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-3-2023-03-19-2/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour - A Slightly Shorter Tour Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, this walking tour covers much of the Turquoise Trail through the heart of downtown through the Barrio Streetscape (Stop 15 on the brochure). The tour then turns north on Church Avenue heading back to the Presidio Museum. This tour is - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour - A Slightly Shorter Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-3-2023-02-19/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour - A Slightly Shorter Tour Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, this walking tour covers much of the Turquoise Trail through the heart of downtown through the Barrio Streetscape (Stop 15 on the brochure). The tour then turns north on Church Avenue heading back to the Presidio Museum. This tour is - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour - A Slightly Shorter Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-3-2023-01-15/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour - A Slightly Shorter Tour Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, this walking tour covers much of the Turquoise Trail through the heart of downtown through the Barrio Streetscape (Stop 15 on the brochure). The tour then turns north on Church Avenue heading back to the Presidio Museum. This tour is - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2023-06-10/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2023-05-13/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2023-07-08-2/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2023-04-08-2/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2023-02-11/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2023-03-11-2/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2023-01-14/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2022-12-27-2/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2022-11-12/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2022-12-10/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2022-11-27/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Presidio District Tour - Why is Tucson the City It is Today?](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/presidio-district-tour-why-is-tucson-the-city-it-is-today-2023-11-24-2023-12-06/) - Presidio District Tour - Why is Tucson the City It is Today? $20/member, $30/non-member El Presidio Historic District provides many of the answers as to why Tucson is the city it is today. Presidio Museum tour guide Ken Scoville leads this tour, which explains how the geography of the area influenced our changing relationship with - [Barrio Viejo Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/barrio-viejo-walking-tour-2023-10-28/) - Barrio Viejo Walking Tour Experience the rich history of Tucson through the Barrio Viejo (old neighborhood) walking tour. For over 100 years, Barrio Viejo was the heart of Tucson’s social, economic, and cultural life. This 90-minute tour will take you through the largest collection of Sonoran Row houses in the United States, in Tucson’s oldest - [Barrio Viejo Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/barrio-viejo-walking-tour-2023-08-26/) - Barrio Viejo Walking Tour Experience the rich history of Tucson through the Barrio Viejo (old neighborhood) walking tour. For over 100 years, Barrio Viejo was the heart of Tucson’s social, economic, and cultural life. This 90-minute tour will take you through the largest collection of Sonoran Row houses in the United States, in Tucson’s oldest - [Barrio Viejo Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/barrio-viejo-walking-tour-2023-11-18/) - Barrio Viejo Walking Tour Experience the rich history of Tucson through the Barrio Viejo (old neighborhood) walking tour. For over 100 years, Barrio Viejo was the heart of Tucson’s social, economic, and cultural life. This 90-minute tour will take you through the largest collection of Sonoran Row houses in the United States, in Tucson’s oldest - [Barrio Viejo Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/barrio-viejo-walking-tour-2023-12-16/) - Barrio Viejo Walking Tour Experience the rich history of Tucson through the Barrio Viejo (old neighborhood) walking tour. For over 100 years, Barrio Viejo was the heart of Tucson’s social, economic, and cultural life. This 90-minute tour will take you through the largest collection of Sonoran Row houses in the United States, in Tucson’s oldest - [Barrio Viejo Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/barrio-viejo-walking-tour-2023-07-15/) - Barrio Viejo Walking Tour Experience the rich history of Tucson through the Barrio Viejo (old neighborhood) walking tour. For over 100 years, Barrio Viejo was the heart of Tucson’s social, economic, and cultural life. This 90-minute tour will take you through the largest collection of Sonoran Row houses in the United States, in Tucson’s oldest - [University of Arizona Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/university-of-arizona-walking-tour-2023-11-15/) - University of Arizona Walking Tour November 15, 9-11:30 am $20/member, $30/non-member After a discussion of the interesting beginnings of the University in 1885, we will tour the historic portion of the campus beginning with the Main Gate at University at Park. The history, the personalities, and the architecture will be emphasized in a somewhat chronological - [Congress Street Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/congress-street-walking-tour-2023-12-01/) - Congress Street Walking Tour $20/member, $30/nonmember Every town has a “street of dreams” where shopping, dining and entertainment flourished and then floundered. Congress Street is now being reborn thanks to past preservation efforts to save from demolition the Fox and Rialto Theatres, the Congress Hotel and early masonry commercial buildings. Presidio Museum tour guide Ken - [Fort Lowell Neighborhood Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/fort-lowell-walking-tour-2023-03-22-2023-04-26-2023-05-24-2023-12-11/) - Fort Lowell Neighborhood Walking Tour The Fort Lowell area is much more than just the territorial fort and staging area for the final Indian campaign against Geronimo. Historian and preservationist Ken Scoville leads this tour that explains how most of the cultural layers of Tucson are present here. The oasis of water and trees at - [Fort Lowell Neighborhood Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/fort-lowell-walking-tour-2023-03-22-2023-04-26-2023-05-24-2023-11-13/) - Fort Lowell Neighborhood Walking Tour The Fort Lowell area is much more than just the territorial fort and staging area for the final Indian campaign against Geronimo. Historian and preservationist Ken Scoville leads this tour that explains how most of the cultural layers of Tucson are present here. The oasis of water and trees at - [Fort Lowell Neighborhood Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/fort-lowell-walking-tour-2023-03-22-2023-04-26-2023-05-24-2023-04-26/) - Fort Lowell Neighborhood Walking Tour The Fort Lowell area is much more than just the territorial fort and staging area for the final Indian campaign against Geronimo. Historian and preservationist Ken Scoville leads this tour that explains how most of the cultural layers of Tucson are present here. The oasis of water and trees at - [Santa Cruz River History Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/santa-cruz-river-history-tour-2023-12-22/) - Santa Cruz River History Tour This two-mile walking tour is led by Mauro Trejo and focuses on our relationship with the Santa Cruz River, how it supported Tucson’s early residents, and the factors in the 19th and 20th century that affected its demise. The tour begins and ends at Tucson's Mission Garden (946 W. Mission - [Santa Cruz River History Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/santa-cruz-river-history-tour-2023-11-24/) - Santa Cruz River History Tour This two-mile walking tour is led by Mauro Trejo and focuses on our relationship with the Santa Cruz River, how it supported Tucson’s early residents, and the factors in the 19th and 20th century that affected its demise. The tour begins and ends at Tucson's Mission Garden (946 W. Mission - [Santa Cruz River History Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/santa-cruz-river-history-tour-2023-09-15/) - Santa Cruz River History Tour This two-mile walking tour is led by Mauro Trejo and focuses on our relationship with the Santa Cruz River, how it supported Tucson’s early residents, and the factors in the 19th and 20th century that affected its demise. The tour begins and ends at Tucson's Mission Garden (946 W. Mission - [Santa Cruz River History Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/santa-cruz-river-history-tour-2023-08-18/) - Santa Cruz River History Tour This two-mile walking tour is led by Mauro Trejo and focuses on our relationship with the Santa Cruz River, how it supported Tucson’s early residents, and the factors in the 19th and 20th century that affected its demise. The tour begins and ends at Tucson's Mission Garden (946 W. Mission - [Santa Cruz River History Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/santa-cruz-river-history-tour-2023-10-27/) - Santa Cruz River History Tour This two-mile walking tour is led by Mauro Trejo and focuses on our relationship with the Santa Cruz River, how it supported Tucson’s early residents, and the factors in the 19th and 20th century that affected its demise. The tour begins and ends at Tucson's Mission Garden (946 W. Mission - [Santa Cruz River History Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/santa-cruz-river-history-tour-2023-06-16/) - Santa Cruz River History Tour This two-mile walking tour is led by Mauro Trejo and focuses on our relationship with the Santa Cruz River, how it supported Tucson’s early residents, and the factors in the 19th and 20th century that affected its demise. The tour begins and ends at Tucson's Mission Garden (946 W. Mission - [Santa Cruz River History Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/santa-cruz-river-history-tour-2023-07-21/) - Santa Cruz River History Tour This two-mile walking tour is led by Mauro Trejo and focuses on our relationship with the Santa Cruz River, how it supported Tucson’s early residents, and the factors in the 19th and 20th century that affected its demise. The tour begins and ends at Tucson's Mission Garden (946 W. Mission - [Santa Cruz River History Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/santa-cruz-river-history-tour-2023-05-19/) - Santa Cruz River History Tour This two-mile walking tour is led by Mauro Trejo and focuses on our relationship with the Santa Cruz River, how it supported Tucson’s early residents, and the factors in the 19th and 20th century that affected its demise. The tour begins and ends at Tucson's Mission Garden (946 W. Mission - [Public Arts & Murals Tour with Wine Tasting Experience](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/public-arts-murals-tour-with-wine-tasting-experience-2023-12-23/) - Public Arts & Murals Tour with Wine Tasting Experience $55/member, $65/non-member Recent years have seen an explosion of public art throughout Tucson. This tour, led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, begins at the Presidio Museum and proceeds into the downtown area, stopping at numerous public art pieces and murals. At each stop you will learn - [Public Arts & Murals Tour with Wine Tasting Experience](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/public-arts-murals-tour-with-wine-tasting-experience-2023-11-25/) - Public Arts & Murals Tour with Wine Tasting Experience $55/member, $65/non-member Recent years have seen an explosion of public art throughout Tucson. This tour, led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, begins at the Presidio Museum and proceeds into the downtown area, stopping at numerous public art pieces and murals. At each stop you will learn - [Walking the Wall of the Original Presidio Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/walking-the-wall-of-the-original-presidio-walking-tour-20-members-25-non-members-2023-05-18-2023-12-21/) - Walking the Wall of the Original Presidio Take a walk through downtown Tucson with tour guide Kathe Kubish and discover the extent of the original Presidio Wall. This tour shows attendees just how large the original Presidio San Agustin del Tucson actually was. Along the way, you’ll learn the interesting history of several buildings and - [Walking the Wall of the Original Presidio Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/walking-the-wall-of-the-original-presidio-walking-tour-20-members-25-non-members-2023-05-18-2023-09-21/) - Walking the Wall of the Original Presidio Take a walk through downtown Tucson with tour guide Kathe Kubish and discover the extent of the original Presidio Wall. This tour shows attendees just how large the original Presidio San Agustin del Tucson actually was. Along the way, you’ll learn the interesting history of several buildings and - [Walking the Wall of the Original Presidio Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/walking-the-wall-of-the-original-presidio-walking-tour-20-members-25-non-members-2023-05-18-2023-11-16/) - Walking the Wall of the Original Presidio Take a walk through downtown Tucson with tour guide Kathe Kubish and discover the extent of the original Presidio Wall. This tour shows attendees just how large the original Presidio San Agustin del Tucson actually was. Along the way, you’ll learn the interesting history of several buildings and - [Walking the Wall of the Original Presidio Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/walking-the-wall-of-the-original-presidio-walking-tour-20-members-25-non-members-2023-05-18-2023-06-15/) - Walking the Wall of the Original Presidio Take a walk through downtown Tucson with tour guide Kathe Kubish and discover the extent of the original Presidio Wall. This tour shows attendees just how large the original Presidio San Agustin del Tucson actually was. Along the way, you’ll learn the interesting history of several buildings and - [Public Art and Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/public-art-and-murals-walking-tour-2023-09-23/) - Public Art and Murals Walking Tour Recent years have seen an explosion of public art throughout Tucson. The Downtown Public Art Walking Tour, led by Presidio Museum Tour Guide Dorothy Yanez, begins at the Presidio Museum and proceeds through the neighborhood and into the downtown area, stopping at numerous public art pieces and murals south - [Public Art and Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/public-art-and-murals-walking-tour-2023-12-23/) - Public Art and Murals Walking Tour Recent years have seen an explosion of public art throughout Tucson. The Downtown Public Art Walking Tour, led by Presidio Museum Tour Guide Dorothy Yanez, begins at the Presidio Museum and proceeds through the neighborhood and into the downtown area, stopping at numerous public art pieces and murals south - [Public Art and Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/public-art-and-murals-walking-tour-2023-11-25/) - Public Art and Murals Walking Tour Recent years have seen an explosion of public art throughout Tucson. The Downtown Public Art Walking Tour, led by Presidio Museum Tour Guide Dorothy Yanez, begins at the Presidio Museum and proceeds through the neighborhood and into the downtown area, stopping at numerous public art pieces and murals south - [Public Art and Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/public-art-and-murals-walking-tour-2023-10-28/) - Public Art and Murals Walking Tour Recent years have seen an explosion of public art throughout Tucson. The Downtown Public Art Walking Tour, led by Presidio Museum Tour Guide Dorothy Yanez, begins at the Presidio Museum and proceeds through the neighborhood and into the downtown area, stopping at numerous public art pieces and murals south - [Public Art and Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/public-art-and-murals-walking-tour-2023-07-22/) - Public Art and Murals Walking Tour Recent years have seen an explosion of public art throughout Tucson. The Downtown Public Art Walking Tour, led by Presidio Museum Tour Guide Dorothy Yanez, begins at the Presidio Museum and proceeds through the neighborhood and into the downtown area, stopping at numerous public art pieces and murals south - [Public Art and Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/public-art-and-murals-walking-tour-2023-04-22/) - Public Art and Murals Walking Tour Recent years have seen an explosion of public art throughout Tucson. The Downtown Public Art Walking Tour, led by Presidio Museum Tour Guide Dorothy Yanez, begins at the Presidio Museum and proceeds through the neighborhood and into the downtown area, stopping at numerous public art pieces and murals south - [Public Art and Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/public-art-and-murals-walking-tour-2023-05-27/) - Public Art and Murals Walking Tour Recent years have seen an explosion of public art throughout Tucson. The Downtown Public Art Walking Tour, led by Presidio Museum Tour Guide Dorothy Yanez, begins at the Presidio Museum and proceeds through the neighborhood and into the downtown area, stopping at numerous public art pieces and murals south - [Public Art and Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/public-art-and-murals-walking-tour-2023-08-26/) - Public Art and Murals Walking Tour Recent years have seen an explosion of public art throughout Tucson. The Downtown Public Art Walking Tour, led by Presidio Museum Tour Guide Dorothy Yanez, begins at the Presidio Museum and proceeds through the neighborhood and into the downtown area, stopping at numerous public art pieces and murals south - [Public Art and Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/public-art-and-murals-walking-tour-2023-02-25-2/) - Public Art and Murals Walking Tour Recent years have seen an explosion of public art throughout Tucson. The Downtown Public Art Walking Tour, led by Presidio Museum Tour Guide Dorothy Yanez, begins at the Presidio Museum and proceeds through the neighborhood and into the downtown area, stopping at numerous public art pieces and murals south - [Public Art and Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/public-art-and-murals-walking-tour-2023-03-25/) - Public Art and Murals Walking Tour Recent years have seen an explosion of public art throughout Tucson. The Downtown Public Art Walking Tour, led by Presidio Museum Tour Guide Dorothy Yanez, begins at the Presidio Museum and proceeds through the neighborhood and into the downtown area, stopping at numerous public art pieces and murals south - [Mansions of Main Avenue Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/mansions-of-main-avenue-walking-tour-5-2023-04-22-2023-08-12/) - Mansions of Main Avenue Walking Tour Take a stroll down Main Avenue with Presidio Museum Tour Guide Alan Kruse to view the homes and hear the stories of the movers and shakers of early Tucson who lived in them, including: ** Hiram and Petra Stevens, who were a prominent merchant couple but whose domestic life - [Mansions of Main Avenue Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/mansions-of-main-avenue-walking-tour-5-2023-04-22-2023-05-28/) - Mansions of Main Avenue Walking Tour Take a stroll down Main Avenue with Presidio Museum Tour Guide Alan Kruse to view the homes and hear the stories of the movers and shakers of early Tucson who lived in them, including: ** Hiram and Petra Stevens, who were a prominent merchant couple but whose domestic life - [Mansions of Main Avenue Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/mansions-of-main-avenue-walking-tour-5-2023-04-22-2023-07-09/) - Mansions of Main Avenue Walking Tour Take a stroll down Main Avenue with Presidio Museum Tour Guide Alan Kruse to view the homes and hear the stories of the movers and shakers of early Tucson who lived in them, including: ** Hiram and Petra Stevens, who were a prominent merchant couple but whose domestic life - [Mainly Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/mainly-murals-walking-tour-2-2022-03-13-2022-04-10-2022-04-18-2023-06-03-2023-09-02/) - Mainly Murals Walking Tour Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, the Mainly Murals Walking Tour includes many of the murals found north of Congress Street in downtown Tucson and discusses the artist, history of the mural and many of the artists’ inspirations behind the pieces. The tour is approximately two miles. Pre-registration is required. Click - [Mainly Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/mainly-murals-walking-tour-2-2022-03-13-2022-04-10-2022-04-18-2023-06-03-2023-07-08/) - Mainly Murals Walking Tour Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, the Mainly Murals Walking Tour includes many of the murals found north of Congress Street in downtown Tucson and discusses the artist, history of the mural and many of the artists’ inspirations behind the pieces. The tour is approximately two miles. Pre-registration is required. Click - [Mainly Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/mainly-murals-walking-tour-2-2022-03-13-2022-04-10-2022-04-18-2023-06-03-2023-08-05/) - Mainly Murals Walking Tour Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, the Mainly Murals Walking Tour includes many of the murals found north of Congress Street in downtown Tucson and discusses the artist, history of the mural and many of the artists’ inspirations behind the pieces. The tour is approximately two miles. Pre-registration is required. Click - [Armory Park Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/armory-park-walking-tour-3-2023-09-17/) - Armory Park Walking Tour $20/members, $25/non-members The Armory Park neighborhood is south of Broadway and east of Stone. Buildings started to go up in this area with the arrival of the railroad in 1880. The tour led by Alan Kruse covers a half-mile in two hours and includes the outsides of public buildings on the - [Armory Park Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/armory-park-walking-tour-3-2023-06-18/) - Armory Park Walking Tour $20/members, $25/non-members The Armory Park neighborhood is south of Broadway and east of Stone. Buildings started to go up in this area with the arrival of the railroad in 1880. The tour led by Alan Kruse covers a half-mile in two hours and includes the outsides of public buildings on the - [Summer Saturday Night in the Historic Presidio Museum](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/summer-saturday-night-in-the-historic-presidio-museum-2023-06-24/) - Summer Saturday Night in the Historic Presidio Museum 6-9 pm Free entry to the Museum with purchase at The Dandelion Cafe Donations appreciated for docent tours Enjoy a Tucson evening in the beauty of the Presidio with live guitar music by Miles Nahf on the Territorial Patio. The Dandelion Cafe will be open for cocktails, - [Armory Park Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/armory-park-walking-tour-2-2022-12-17/) - Armory Park Walking Tour $20/member, $25/non-member The Armory Park neighborhood is south of Broadway and east of Stone. Homes started to go up in this area with the arrival of the railroad in Tucson in 1880. Architectural styles vary from California bungalow to Victorian with Henry C. Trost and Annie Rockfellow being the most renowned - [Mansions of Main Avenue Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/mansions-of-main-avenue-walking-tour-5-2023-04-22-2023-10-07/) - Mansions of Main Avenue Walking Tour Take a stroll down Main Avenue with Presidio Museum Tour Guide Alan Kruse to view the homes and hear the stories of the movers and shakers of early Tucson who lived in them, including: ** Hiram and Petra Stevens, who were a prominent merchant couple but whose domestic life - [Mansions of Main Avenue Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/mansions-of-main-avenue-walking-tour-5-2023-04-22-2023-12-10/) - Mansions of Main Avenue Walking Tour Take a stroll down Main Avenue with Presidio Museum Tour Guide Alan Kruse to view the homes and hear the stories of the movers and shakers of early Tucson who lived in them, including: ** Hiram and Petra Stevens, who were a prominent merchant couple but whose domestic life - [Presidio District Gastronomy Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/presidio-district-gastronomy-tour-4-2022-12-01/) - Presidio Museum Gastronomy Tour 12:30-4:00 pm $120/person, $100/members (Memberships start at $30. It may be worth becoming a member before registering. Click here to become a member.) Click here to register. kkkkkkk Sponsored by: . Celebrating Tucson's UNESCO City of Gastronomy designation, the tour includes stops at four locations in the historic - [Presidio District Gastronomy Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/presidio-district-gastronomy-tour-4-2022-12-21/) - Presidio Museum Gastronomy Tour 12:30-4:00 pm $120/person, $100/members (Memberships start at $30. It may be worth becoming a member before registering. Click here to become a member.) Click here to register. kkkkkkk Sponsored by: . Celebrating Tucson's UNESCO City of Gastronomy designation, the tour includes stops at four locations in the historic - [Presidio District Gastronomy Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/presidio-district-gastronomy-tour-4-2022-11-16/) - Presidio Museum Gastronomy Tour 12:30-4:00 pm $120/person, $100/members (Memberships start at $30. It may be worth becoming a member before registering. Click here to become a member.) Click here to register. kkkkkkk Sponsored by: . Celebrating Tucson's UNESCO City of Gastronomy designation, the tour includes stops at four locations in the historic - [Public Art & Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/public-art-murals-walking-tour-2022-10-22/) - Public Art & Murals Walking Tour $20 for members, $25 for non-members Recent years have seen an explosion of public art throughout Tucson. This tour showcases both public art pieces and murals, including the artist, history of the piece, and many of the artists’ inspirations behind the pieces. Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, this - [Public Art & Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/public-art-murals-walking-tour-2022-12-29/) - Public Art & Murals Walking Tour $20 for members, $25 for non-members Recent years have seen an explosion of public art throughout Tucson. This tour showcases both public art pieces and murals, including the artist, history of the piece, and many of the artists’ inspirations behind the pieces. Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, this - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour - A Slightly Shorter Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-3-2023-11-19/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour - A Slightly Shorter Tour Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, this walking tour covers much of the Turquoise Trail through the heart of downtown through the Barrio Streetscape (Stop 15 on the brochure). The tour then turns north on Church Avenue heading back to the Presidio Museum. This tour is - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2023-12-09/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Turquoise Trail Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/turquoise-trail-walking-tour-2022-06-11-2023-11-11/) - Turquoise Trail Walking Tour Led by tour guide Mauro Trejo, this tour takes attendees on a walk along the 2.5-mile Turquoise Trail through Downtown Tucson to see historic buildings and hear stories that make Tucson’s history special. Pre-registration is required. Click here to register. - [Mainly Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/mainly-murals-walking-tour-2-2022-03-13-2022-04-10-2022-04-18-2023-06-03-2023-12-27/) - Mainly Murals Walking Tour Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, the Mainly Murals Walking Tour includes many of the murals found north of Congress Street in downtown Tucson and discusses the artist, history of the mural and many of the artists’ inspirations behind the pieces. The tour is approximately two miles. Pre-registration is required. Click - [Mainly Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/mainly-murals-walking-tour-2-2022-03-13-2022-04-10-2022-04-18-2023-06-03-2023-12-02/) - Mainly Murals Walking Tour Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, the Mainly Murals Walking Tour includes many of the murals found north of Congress Street in downtown Tucson and discusses the artist, history of the mural and many of the artists’ inspirations behind the pieces. The tour is approximately two miles. Pre-registration is required. Click - [Mainly Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/mainly-murals-walking-tour-2-2022-03-13-2022-04-10-2022-04-18-2023-06-03-2023-11-04/) - Mainly Murals Walking Tour Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, the Mainly Murals Walking Tour includes many of the murals found north of Congress Street in downtown Tucson and discusses the artist, history of the mural and many of the artists’ inspirations behind the pieces. The tour is approximately two miles. Pre-registration is required. Click - [Mainly Murals Walking Tour](https://tucsonpresidio.com/calendar-old/mainly-murals-walking-tour-2-2022-03-13-2022-04-10-2022-04-18-2023-06-03-2023-10-07/) - Mainly Murals Walking Tour Led by tour guide Dorothy Yanez, the Mainly Murals Walking Tour includes many of the murals found north of Congress Street in downtown Tucson and discusses the artist, history of the mural and many of the artists’ inspirations behind the pieces. 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