Join us for a casual walking tour of Barrio Viejo. Discover the art, history, and architecture of one of Tucson's oldest neighborhoods. Barrio Viejo is home to one of the largest 19th century adobe communities in the Southwest. This 0.9-mile stroll from the El Tiradito shrine to Lee Ho's former grocery store will highlight local...
Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering, optical science, and precision manufacturing come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. Located beneath the U of A’s football...
Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. DIRECTIONS: Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Rd., Green Valley 85622 From Tucson - Take 1-19 south to exit 56 - Canoa Road. Go around the traffic circle until...
This is a collection of our greatest youth programming hits. Drop-in for any of the following: Chess. Card games like speed or Uno. Maybe even some poker (Just for fun). Code-club, no sign-up necessary, but we have limited systems. Homework Help. Brandon, our Teen Librarian, will be out in the Teen Area ready to play...
Looking for advanced academic support in math or English? The K–12 Afterschool Tutoring Program is held every Friday after school to help students build confidence and improve their skills. Whether it's homework help or test prep, we’re here to support your child’s growth! Led by experienced high school mentors, Olivia and Jaden, this program is...
Hang out and chill after a week of school. We'll play games - video, card and/or board games, do crafts, make stuff (buttons, stickers, or make something on the 3D printer) or color and draw while listening to music. We'll have snacks and just low key chill. Ages 14 - 18
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a...
Clear skies permitting, we’ll be viewing a selection of objects through a portable telescope. Possibilities include planets, galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters! We’ll also identify some major constellations with a...
Experience an unforgettable night inside the Dorrance DOME. Skyview combines original space-themed rock music with sweeping 360-degree planetarium visuals for a full sensory journey through the cosmos. Don't miss this...
Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about scorpions, snakes, tarantulas, spiders, owls, nightjars, mammals, and other nocturnal wildlife while hiking along the Dragonfly Trail at Jewel of the Creek Preserve and Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. The hike will be about 1 mile roundtrip on moderate grade, with frequently rocky and uneven surfaces....
Need Friday night plans or just want to get your miles in for the day? This hike will be a 4-mile out and back on the Pipeline Canyon trail. This trail is rated moderate with a combination of flat ground and sections with loose rocks and uneven ground with elevation gain throughout. This trail goes...
Join us to explore the wonder and unfold the mysteries of the cosmos. Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association volunteers provide an introduction to the night sky and set up telescopes for celestial viewing. Weather permitting. Participants will be notified by 4:30 on the day if there is a weather-related cancellation. DIRECTIONS: Juan Santa Cruz Picnic Area;...
Experience the universe up-close with our state-of-the-art 24-inch Dyer Telescope. This private, personalized expedition across the stars lasts 75 minutes and offers an exclusive opportunity to view the cosmos through Lowell Observatory’s newest telescope. Because of the sophistication and speed of the 24-inch Dyer Telescope, our specially trained educators can offer you an impressive number...