Arizona Historical Society Museum

Papago Park

Learn About Arizona Culture

Description

The Arizona Historical Society is one of the oldest historical agencies in the state. It operates a network of museums across the state with the purpose of preserving and sharing Arizona's cultural history through collections of artifacts, memorabilia, records, and books. The Museum at Papago Park is located at the headquarters of the Historical Society, and has a focus on central Arizona history, specifically during the 20th century. There are great exhibits here that spotlight the people of the central region, both past and present, as well as exhibits about water use and Arizona's role in World War II. If you're visiting Phoenix in early November, be sure to stop by the museum to check out its enchanting cultural exhibits about Dia de los Muertos (or 'Day of the Dead'), a Mexican holiday honoring lost loved ones.