More History Tucson Stories

Arizona's Scenic Contribution to Movie, Television History

New book explores how Southern Arizona's landscapes became iconic representations of the American West.

Photo Exhibit Provides Window Into Civil Rights Movement Legacy

"Danny Lyon was the only person photographing what he was photographing," says exhibit curator.

Tucson Drive-In History

Film writer Chris Dashiell takes a fond look back at the golden age of the Old Pueblo's outdoor movie theaters

Tucson Architectural History in 2-Mile Stretch

Broadway from Euclid to Country Club a 'really important corridor' displaying mid-century modernism.

Buildings That Changed Tucson, 1783 to 2002

Tucson architect explains why four buildings encapsulate area's history

Focusing on Planet Earth

Biosphere 2, annual Earth Day raising awareness

Some Hope During Immeasurable Grief

Children's Memorial Parks provide comfort, solace and memories

Working for Equal Rights

Tucson group tries to raise awaress, education and opportunity for often-marginalized residents

El Casino Ballroom in Limelight

Community, cultural home to many featured in documentary

CD 1: The Flavor of Arizona

New district larger, more diverse than several states

Tucson's Movie Theater History

Chris Dashiell looks back at the theaters that once thrilled Tucson audiences, from The Fox and The Rialto to memories of The Opera House and The Lyric.

Hopi Heritage in Tucson

Colorful quilts part of history, culture

Tucsonans Remember 9/11

Events mark 11th anniversary of terrorist attacks

Long-Lost Film Footage Reveals Temple of Music and Art's Genesis

Groundbreaking for Tucson institution captured in 1920s footage.

Green Valley Resident Instrumental on D-Day

Played role in delivering 'most important weather forecast in history'

Ancient Signs of Intelligent Life

Visit some petroglyph sites in the Tucson Mountains with guide Allen Dart, the executive director of The Old Pueblo Archaeology Center.

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