3 Best Landmarks in Phoenix, AZ

“The Arizona Capitol Museum was the last home of Arizona's Territorial government until Arizona became a state in 1912. The museum was built in 1901. The building is maintained as the Arizona Capitol Museum, focusing on the history and culture of Arizona. The museum contains four floors, more than 20 display spaces, and a shop featuring some of Arizona's most exceptional artifacts. The museum's exhibits, events, and programs focus on the evolution of Arizona from a territory to a state. Visitors can also enjoy rotating art and history exhibits at the Arizona Capitol Museum. In addition, the museum provides unique educational experiences. The Arizona Capitol Museum offers free admission for all visitors.”

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“The Rosson House Museum at Heritage Square was built between 1894 and 1895 and still sits on its original foundation. The house contains a display of the lifestyle of the Phoenix family. The house includes ten historic buildings from the late 1800s to the early 1900s, and it has many award-winning restaurants and elegant museums. The square offers a unique insight into Phoenix's colorful past at the turn of the 19th century. The visitor center offers a free gallery show, three restaurants, a bar, and a coffee house. The house is only accessible through guided tours lasting approximately 60 minutes. The Rosson House Museum at Heritage Square offers free admission for Heritage Square members and children under five years old. Convenient parking is also available.”

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“Heard Museum aims to connect Indigenous creativity to the world by presenting the voice and vision of American Indian artists. The museum has grown in size and stature to become recognized internationally for the quality of its collections, world-class exhibitions, educational programming, and unmatched festivals. The museum has 12 galleries that feature American Indian art and exhibitions, an outdoor sculpture gallery, a world-class museum shop, and an outdoor café. Heard Museum tells the stories of American Indian people from a first-person perspective, as well as exhibitions that showcase the beauty and vitality of traditional and contemporary art. The museum has been designated as a Phoenix Point of Pride. Heard Museum offers free admission for children 5 years and younger, American Indians and museum members.”

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