The Downtown History Museum, tucked away in the Wells Fargo Bank building, features historic artifacts and exhibits that tell the story of Tucson’s origins as a Spanish fort and mission to its modern-day incarnation as a modern city with a strong sense of pride in its “Old Pueblo” origins.
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Admission: Free, donations welcome.
The Downtown History Museum is located at 140 N. Stone Avenue, on Stone Avenue at Alameda Street.
Validated parking is available in the Wells Fargo garage on Alameda.
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Self-guided tours:
Self-Guided Tours available during regular business hours at no cost.
If you’re interested in scheduling a tour, contact us at (520) 770-1473.
Visit the gift shop at the Downtown History Museum! Find unique gifts and Arizona history related items!
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