Arizona History Museum and Arizona Heritage Center Now Open
The Arizona Historical Society is excited to welcome you back into our museums. The Arizona History Museum in Tucson and the Arizona Heritage Center at Papago Park in Tempe are now open. Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Never Alone: An Interview with Author Jimmy June Wong on December 2
Join the Arizona Historical Society and Jimmy June Wong on Wednesday, December 2 from 6:00-7:00 pm as he talks about his new book Never Alone: The Bumpy Road from China to the American Dream. The son of immigrant parents, Dr. Wong’s mother Dew Yu Wong and her husband June Wong moved to the small town in 1915 when they bought the American Laundry.
“Current State” at the Arizona Heritage Center
Curated in collaboration with the Arizona Historical Society, “Current State” is a collection of works by local artist, Thomas “Breeze” Marcus that explore Breeze’s personal experiences and identity as a part of the Akimel and Tohono O’odham communities. Displayed in conjunction with cultural artifacts and stories, the exhibition showcases how history, cultural heritage, and identity influence contemporary works.
