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what they do
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- Educational programming for students and teachers Living History & Historic Skills EducationOffers hands-on activities, outdoor exploration, and experiences inside an original 1885 schoolhouse for students, along with a digital field trip guide for 3rd–5th grade teachers aligned with state history standards.
- Guided tours and public accessProvides docent-guided tours for individuals and groups, ensures wheelchair accessibility across most facilities, and offers a courtesy wheelchair upon request to enhance visitor access.
- Historic demonstrations and experiential learningOffers hands-on demonstrations of a historic printing press, subject to volunteer availability and advance planning, to provide immersive historical experiences.
- Historical exhibits and interpretation Recurring Community Art WalksHosts exhibits such as "The Anza Expedition: Illustrated" featuring David Rickman’s illustrations and an exhibit in the Griffin Museum detailing the Anza expedition’s route from Tubac to San Francisco, promoting education and critical examination of historical narratives.
- Inclusive community educationProvides inclusive educational programs that create opportunities for the community to learn about the diverse cultures represented at the park.
- Membership program for park supporters Admission Access & Membership ProgramsOffers tiered membership options (Individual, Family, Family Plus) that include benefits such as unlimited admission, guest privileges, gift shop discounts, special pricing on programs and events, newsletters, and reciprocal museum access.
- Museum operations and historic site managementOperates a museum with exhibits covering 2,000 years of Southwest history, an art gallery, and historic structures including the ruins of a Spanish fort from the mid-1700s, while maintaining eight gardens that illustrate historical changes in the Santa Cruz River Valley landscape.
- Public access to the Anza Trail Outdoor Recreation Access & ActivitiesProvides access to the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail via a trailhead located adjacent to the Presidio.
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- Stewardship of Tubac Presidio Historic State ParkServes as steward of the Tubac Presidio Historic State Park and Museum in partnership with Arizona State Parks and Trails, operating the park on behalf of the state agency.
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how they think
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- Advance equity and inclusion in public engagement equity-centered_approachApplies an equity-centered, inclusive approach to public programming and operations, emphasizing accessibility, diversity, and responsiveness to individual circumstances rather than one-size-fits-all solutions.
- Cultivate public curiosity through place-based historical education place-based educationEngages the public by sparking curiosity about the history of the Tubac Presidio and southern Arizona’s diverse cultures, using place-based and experiential methods to connect people with local history and ecological change over time.
- Deliver interactive, multidisciplinary learning experiences interactive learningDesigns educational experiences—especially for students—that integrate history, art, and STEM through hands-on exhibits and field trips to create dynamic, curiosity-driven learning.
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what they call their work
Docent-guided Tours
Guided tours of the park and museums for individuals and groups, available for an additional fee.
Field Trips
Hands-on educational experiences for K-12 students, including activities, outdoor exploration, and lessons in an 1885 schoolhouse, blending history, art, and STEM.
Gardens
Eight maintained gardens that tell the story of the changing landscape in the Santa Cruz River Valley, including picnic areas.
Permanent Exhibits
Exhibits covering 2,000 years of Southwest history, including the "Eating the World" exhibit on food heritage and the Anza at the Presidio exhibit tracing the Anza expedition.
Special Exhibits
Temporary exhibits such as "The Anza Expedition: Illustrated," showcasing historical events through illustrations.
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who they work with
- Anza Trail Coalition of Arizona Partner — Manages a 4.5-mile trail between Tumacácori and Tubac that is open to the public.
- Arizona State Parks and Trails Partner — Partnership to steward the Tubac Presidio Historic State Park and Museum.
- Arizona State Parks and Trails Partner — Runs the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park on their behalf.
- North American Reciprocal Museum Association Partner — Offers membership to the North American Reciprocal Museum Association as part of its "Family Plus" membership.
- Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area Funder — Provided a grant to fund an exhibit on food history.