activities · 6
what they do
direct service · 4
- Deliver Educational Programs for Schools Living History & Historic Skills EducationDelivers live, in-class presentations to elementary school students on analyzing historical sources, offers follow-up History Detective presentations on specific topics, and provides physical "Museum In A Box" educational kits for classroom use.
- Manage Archival Collections and Research Library Oral History & Archival DocumentationMaintains extensive archives and a research library containing thousands of documents, manuscripts, maps, photos, and other archival materials related to Mohave County, Route 66, and Arizona history, collecting, preserving, and protecting the region's cultural and historic heritage.
- Operate and Maintain Museums Historic Site Museum OperationOperates and maintains multiple museums, including the Mohave Museum of History and Arts, the Arizona Route 66 Museum, and the Bonelli House, to showcase the history and heritage of Mohave County and Route 66. The organization is also developing the Historic County Jail museum.
- Provide Guided Tours Living History & Historic Skills EducationOffers guided tours of the Bonelli House, providing historical information about pioneer life in Mohave County through docent-led 25-minute tours.
research · 1
- Conduct Historical Research Oral History & Archival DocumentationCompiles comprehensive histories, including collecting oral history interviews and written accounts from individuals with first-hand knowledge, such as for the Mohave County Jail.
capacity building · 1
- Develop Online Educational Tools Online Environmental Education ResourcesDevelops online centennial history tools specifically for educators.
strategies · 4
how they think
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- Community-supported, volunteer-driven operations community-supported preservationRelies on public contributions, memberships, admissions, and volunteer labor—such as in the research library—to sustain preservation efforts and public access, reflecting a community-owned model of historical stewardship.
- Comprehensive historical preservation and research access historical preservation and educationSystematically collects, preserves, and protects historical, scientific, and cultural artifacts and sites while facilitating scholarly research and publication through dedicated facilities and collections.
- Interactive and multimodal public education multimodal public educationEngages diverse audiences through interactive exhibits, multilingual apps, online tools, portable classroom kits, and inquiry-based learning models that promote active exploration of local history.
- Living history and authentic interpretation living_history_displayUses original furnishings, personal artifacts, and family input—such as from Bonelli descendants—to create accurate, immersive portrayals of early 20th-century domestic life in Mohave County, enhancing historical authenticity and visitor connection.
named programs · 8
what they call their work
Arizona History Clubs
An educational program for students, details to be announced.
Arizona Route 66 Museum
A museum celebrating the history of Route 66 in Arizona, from its origins as a trade route to its cultural significance, with ongoing updates for the 2026 Centennial Celebration.
Bonelli House
A preserved historic home offering tours that showcase Anglo-territorial architecture and the lifestyle of a prominent Arizona family at the turn of the 20th century.
Historic County Jail
A future museum location (anticipated opening 2026) focusing on the history of crime and punishment in early 20th-century Mohave County, preserving inmate graffiti and original cell layouts.
History Detective Program
An educational program for 2nd-5th graders that teaches students about investigating historical sources through a live, interactive presentation and hands-on activity in the classroom.
Mohave County Historical Society Research Library
An archive housing documents, manuscripts, maps, and photos related to Mohave County, Route 66, and Arizona history, available by appointment for research.
Mohave Museum of History & Arts
A museum dedicated to preserving the heritage of Northwestern Arizona and presenting its history from prehistoric times to the present.
Museum In A Box
Hands-on lesson kits that educators can check out from the museum for use in the classroom, with an expanding inventory of topics.
relationships · 13
who they work with
- Bonelli House Partner — One of the historic sites operated by Mohave County Historical Society showcasing early 20th-century architecture and lifestyle.
- Bonelli House Partner — Operates the Bonelli House as a historic site showcasing the life of a founding family.
- City of Kingman Partner — Cooperates in maintaining and operating the Bonelli House as a museum
- County Jail Partner — Historic site operated by Mohave County Historical Society, listed among its museum locations.
- Daughters of the Mohave County Pioneers Partner — Collaborated with the City of Kingman to turn the Bonelli House into a museum as part of the United States Bi-centennial Project
- Historic County Jail Partner — Is developing the Historic County Jail as a future museum site focused on criminal justice history.
- Mohave County Partner — Partnered in hosting a centennial open-house event in 2015
- Mohave County board of supervisors Government — Received approval from the Mohave County board of supervisors for a lease to add the Historic Mohave County Jail as a museum location.
- Mohave Museum Partner — One of the locations operated by Mohave County Historical Society for public education and heritage preservation.
- Mohave Museum Partner — Operates the Mohave Museum as a venue for presenting local history.
- Mohave Museum of History and Arts Partner — Operates jointly with the Mohave County Historical Society as a not-for-profit organization
- Route 66 Museum Partner — One of the locations operated by Mohave County Historical Society featuring exhibits on Route 66 history.
- Route 66 Museum Partner — Operates the Route 66 Museum to interpret the history of Route 66 in Arizona.