
From capturing the first image of a black hole to creating and hosting telescopes to sending multiple missions to Mars, Arizona has been at the forefront of space discoveries and NASA missions for decades. “Ready to Launch: Arizona’s Place in Space” investigates the impact that the people, landscape, and universities in Arizona have played in space exploration. Plan your visit today!

For over 150 years the Arizona Historical Society has preserved and highlighted the monumental changes railroads brought – and continue to bring – to our state. Join us as we discuss the lasting impact of railroads with Ken Karrels of the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum.

Attention educators! Discover the influence Arizona’s early economy–climate, citrus, cattle, copper, and cotton–had on the people who call this state home. This program uses primary sources from Arizona Historical Society’s Library and Archives and artifacts collection. Each virtual box incorporates cross-curricular standards for educators.