Community Resilience focuses on how the Tucson community came together to grieve, comfort and heal in the aftermath of the January 8, 2011, shooting. The January 8th space contains objects from three memorials that were created by the Tucson community in the hours, days, and weeks after the event. Candles, plates, signs, flowers, and more were brought to the different sites to show the love and support from the Tucson community. Visitors to the museum can watch interviews from Ron Barber and Jim Tucker talk about their experience on January 8 and the years after, and learn from Sociologist Monica Casper about how humans channel resilience. Special thank you to Tucson’s January 8th Foundation and The Marshall Foundation for their support.

Discover the untold stories of Arizonans who contributed to the war effort, highlighting the experiences of individuals from diverse backgrounds. Through personal stories, artifacts, and historical context, this exhibit offers a deeper understanding of Arizona's role on both the battlefield and the home front during World War II. By emphasizing the perspective from those who have long been underrepresented, this powerful exhibit honors the resilience and service of Arizonans during the most pivotal moments in world history.

This vivid exhibit by Marjorie Reed brings to life the rugged journey of the Butterfield Overland Mail Stage, one of America's earliest overland mail routes which stretched from Missouri to California, carrying passengers and mail through Arizona. Reed traveled the route of the Butterfield Overland Mail Stage from the lates 1930s-1940s, sketching out various points along the trail.

Riding on a horse, seeing the world pass by you looking out of a train window, and being behind the wheel of a car. The Transportation Gallery demonstrates how we’ve gone from riding horseback, to trains and automobiles. See how travel in Arizona has evolved, and how even riding a steamboat was even an option in the Arizona desert.

Take a behind-the-scenes look at treasured objects in our collection, featuring stories from Downtown Tucson! See john Dillinger's vest, explore pieces from Steinfeld's Department Store and Cele Peterson, visit the Romero Barber Shop, and more!

Arizona Historical Society staff recently changed out the artifacts in the Treasures Gallery! Watch The Video on YouTube

Explore a glimpse into the often-dangerous life of an Arizona miner as they walk through underground mining tunnel and explore a two-story tall stamp mill. This immersive exhibit includes an assayer’s office, repair shop, and miner’s tent.