3 Best Landmarks in Tempe, AZ

“Arizona Heritage Center features exhibits spanning more than 100 years of Central Arizona history. The museum showcases multimedia and hands-on displays on city life and other aspects of Arizona's history. Arizona Heritage Center's artifact and manuscript holdings provide unique opportunities for public programming, educational outreach, and exhibitions, as well as academic and community-based research. The center focuses on the history and growth of central Arizona, especially the metropolitan Phoenix region, through exhibits that take you from territorial days through WWI and WWII to modern times. The museum also offers self-guided and guided tours for school kids and adults. Arizona Heritage Center offers free admission for AHS members, children (6 and younger), military, and veterans.”

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“Petersen House Museum is a historic site associated with a Danish immigrant, prominent entrepreneur, and local farmer. The museum acts as a reminder of Tempe's past and the residents who served to pave the way for future generations. The museum offers trips to the Petersen House for groups of 10 or more and is scheduled by appointment with two weeks' advance notice. The house is an example of Queen Anne-style brick architecture in the Salt River Valley. The museum was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 and received the Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation in 1990. Petersen House Museum offers self-guided and guided tours and free admission.”

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“Hackett House provides an excellent backdrop that inspires its staff to design programs and events to improve their community. The House venue hosts teas, cooking classes, an on-site gift shop, and event venue rentals. The historic Hackett House is also the headquarters for the Tempe Sister Cities organization and home. They also offer event venues, classes, and programs to serve Tempe's children and the community. The award-winning Tempe Sister Cities organization sponsors pupils, teachers, professionals, and similar exchanges with Tempe's International Sister Cities. All funds raised through Hackett House go to promote the City of Tempe programs.”

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