activities · 6
what they do
direct service · 6
- Operating a police history museum Historic Site Museum OperationOperates a museum showcasing Phoenix's law enforcement history from 1881 to the present day, located in the Historic City Hall building which previously housed the Phoenix Police Department.
- Operating a public museum Historic Site Museum OperationOperates an educational museum for the public, featuring Phoenix's law enforcement history from 1881 to the present day. The museum is located in the Historic City Hall building, which housed the Phoenix Police Department from 1928 to 1974 and served as its initial home and jail.
- Preserving historical exhibits Historic Site Museum OperationRecreates historical scenes such as the 1913 front desk area of the Phoenix Police Department and preserves significant historical locations like where Ernesto Miranda wrote his confession.
- Preserving historical police facilities and artifacts Historic Site Museum OperationPreserves the original home and jail of the Phoenix Police Department, including a recreation of the 1913 front desk area and the location where Ernesto Miranda wrote his confession.
- Providing museum tours Guided Tours and Docent-Led ExperiencesOffers both scheduled group visits for up to 20 people and self-guided tours, with staff available to answer visitor questions.
- Providing museum tours Guided Tours and Docent-Led ExperiencesOffers both self-guided tours with staff assistance and scheduled group visits for up to 20 people, and provides a 50% discount coupon for public parking.
strategies · 10
how they think
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- Community engagement through positive learning environments community_engagementBuilds stronger relationships between the police department and the community by facilitating interactions in a positive, educational setting that encourages trust and mutual understanding.
- Community engagement through positive learning environments community_engagementBuilds stronger relationships between the police department and the community by facilitating interactions in a positive, educational setting that encourages mutual understanding and trust.
- Historical Education for Community Engagement historical_educationThe museum educates the public on the history of the Phoenix Police Department, presenting it in both historic and modern contexts. This approach aims to enhance the image of law enforcement and foster closer relationships between the police department and the community through a positive learning environment.
- Historical education to improve public perception historical_educationProvides education on the Phoenix Police Department’s history in both historical and modern contexts to foster understanding and improve public perception of law enforcement.
- Historical education to improve public perception historical_educationProvides education on the history of the Phoenix Police Department in both historical and modern contexts with the aim of enhancing public image and understanding of law enforcement.
- Preservation of departmental history historical_preservationActively collects and maintains historical materials and artifacts to ensure the legacy and institutional memory of the Phoenix Police Department are sustained for future generations.
- Preservation of departmental history historical_preservationActively collects, maintains, and promotes the historical legacy of the Phoenix Police Department as a means of institutional memory and public transparency.
- Self-Guided Tours with Staff Support self_guided_tour_with_staff_supportThe museum utilizes a self-guided tour model, ensuring staff are available to support visitor engagement and answer questions, thereby facilitating an interactive and informative experience.
- Self-guided tours with on-site staff support self_guided_tour_with_staff_supportUses a self-guided tour model to allow flexible visitor exploration, while maintaining staff availability to enhance engagement and provide real-time answers, improving the overall learning experience.
- Self-guided tours with on-site staff support self_guided_tour_with_staff_supportUses a self-guided tour model to allow flexible visitor exploration, while maintaining staff availability to enhance engagement and provide real-time answers, fostering an accessible and informative experience.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Historical Exhibits
Permanent and rotating exhibits covering Phoenix law enforcement history, including early marshals, the Arizona Rangers, police equipment, and the Miranda v. Arizona case
Interactive Experience: Be Sworn In
Children can try on a real Phoenix Police uniform shirt and participate in a mock swearing-in ceremony during their visit
Patches and Badges Display
Exhibit showcasing the evolution of Phoenix Police Department badges and patches, along with law enforcement patches from around the world
Police Vehicles and Equipment Exhibit
Displays historic police vehicles including a 1919 Ford Model T, motorcycles, a full-size helicopter, and bomb robots
relationships · 1
who they work with
- City of Phoenix Government — Operates in coordination with the City of Phoenix, using its parking facilities and observing city holidays.