activities · 5
what they do
direct service · 4
- Operating a Historical Museum Historic Site Museum OperationOperates a museum in Florence, AZ, with specific hours of operation, including seasonal closures. The museum features engaging displays and artifacts, an extensive collection of agricultural equipment, retired fire vehicles, and a homestead cottage, preserving the history of Florence and Pinal County.
- Providing Educational Programs and Events STEM-Focused Educational Field TripsOffers regular museum programs, special events, and family-friendly activities for children, including a museum scavenger hunt and a children's activity nook. Admission fees are waived on the first Saturday of every month from September to June to encourage community participation.
- Providing Member Benefits Admission Access & Membership ProgramsOffers members free unlimited admission to the museum, regular museum programs at no cost, and discounted access to special programs like the Christmas Party.
- Publishing a Monthly Newsletter Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionPublishes a monthly digital newsletter for members and the public, featuring museum updates, upcoming events, historical spotlights, and behind-the-scenes stories about its collections and community.
research · 1
- Maintaining a Research CollectionMaintains a diverse research collection that supports academic and community-based research, informs exhibitions, and contributes to programs and events.
strategies · 3
how they think
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- Community-supported historical preservation community-supportedThe organization sustains its operations and achieves its mission of preserving local history entirely through community support from members and donors, rather than relying on municipal or external organizational funding.
- Interdisciplinary historical interpretation interdisciplinary_historical_interpretationThe organization interprets history by interweaving natural history (e.g., birds, plants) with human settlement history to provide a comprehensive understanding of the "who, why, and how" of the county's development.
- Volunteer-driven historical interpretation and engagement volunteer_engagementThe organization leverages volunteers to animate local history, fostering community and cultural engagement by promoting shared heritage and encouraging dialogue around the history of Florence and the surrounding Gila River valley.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
Children's Activities
Includes a museum scavenger hunt, children's activity nook, and special family-friendly events, with free admission for children 18 and under.
Educational Programming
Activities and events designed to educate the public about the history of Florence, Pinal County, and Arizona, including a children's activity nook and special events.
First Saturdays
Monthly event (September-June) with waived admission fees and family-friendly activities.
Museum Exhibits
Displays of artifacts and historical information focusing on Florence and the Gila River valley, including agricultural equipment, retired fire vehicles, and a homestead cottage.
Research Collection
A diverse collection of historical materials available for academic and community-based research.
relationships · 7
who they work with
- Central Arizona College Partner — Sophie Dessart, a PCHS Board Member, also serves on the Board of Directors for Central Arizona College.
- Florence Copper Partner — Sophie Dessart, Manager of Communications and Public Affairs for Florence Copper, serves on the PCHS Board.
- Florence Copper Community Foundation Partner — Sophie Dessart, a PCHS Board Member, is President of the Florence Copper Community Foundation.
- Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce Partner — Sophie Dessart, a PCHS Board Member, also serves on the Board of Directors for the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.
- Pinal Alliance for Economic Growth Partner — Sophie Dessart, a PCHS Board Member, also serves on the Board of Directors for the Pinal Alliance for Economic Growth.
- State of Arizona Historical Society Government — Received accreditation from the State of Arizona Historical Society
- United Way of Pinal County Partner — Sophie Dessart, a PCHS Board Member, also serves on the Board of Directors for the United Way of Pinal County.