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 Walk to meet Tucson's artists |
2 East Congress Street Tucson, AZ 85701 United States +1 520 624 9977 |
Every Thursday, December through May, and every first and third Thursday the rest of the year, Tucson's downtown galleries stay open until 7pm to accommodate art aficionados in their wish to meet the artist community. This walk is a two-hour, free, docent-led tour of several galleries with participating artists changing weekly. Walkers also have a chance to meet artists personally in their studios. Tours leave from the Tucson Arts District Partnership office on Two East Congress at 5:30pm on Thursdays April-October. Other walking tours explaining the history of the warehouse district are offered on the second Saturday of each month through May departing from the lobby of Hotel Congress. Most galleries and cafes will accept major credit cards. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Strengthen your heart muscles |
110 South Church Avenue Tucson, AZ 85701 United States +1 520 623 6300 |
This is a regular public gym as well as a physician-owned cardiac rehabilitation center situated in downtown Tucson. Expect a variety of cardio equipment including rowing machines, stationary bikes and Nordic tracks to get your heart muscle in shape. They offer both machines and free weights. Jacuzzi, racquet courts, a wet and dry sauna and an indoor pool are also available. Power drinks are only sold at vending machines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Commemorating Tucson's past |
200 Sixth Avenue Tucson Children's Museum Tucson, AZ 85701 United States |
This is the earliest work of public art in Tucson. Situated in front of what is now Tucson's Children's Museum, it was created in 1920 by San Francisco architect Bernard Maybeck and artist Beniamino Bufano, then transported to Tucson by train. Designed in a neoclassical style to fit the neoclassical building next to it, the monument commemorates the days of Tucson's rugged pioneers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Backpacking in Saguaro National Park |
1101 N Painted Hills Rd Tucson, AZ 85745 United States +1 520 622 6966 http://www.skyislandtreks.com |
This company offers complete backpacking tours of Saguaro National Park and the Grand Canyon, including education about how to hike without leaving a trace and how to survive in the wilderness. Day trips into Organ Pipe National Monument are also available. Prices for 3days/2nights trips are $495, including gear, food, and permits. If you call for more information or to make reservations, be patient; the guides are out in he field quite frequently, bu they will return your call as soon as they can! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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19th-century Tucson lifestyle |
151 South Granada Avenue Tucson, AZ 85701 United States +1 520 622 0956 |
This is one of Tucson's oldest adobe houses, built around 1880 and home of the Carrillo family for over 90 years. Located on the grounds of the Tucson Convention Center downtown, the house has been restored using period furniture of the 1880s, featuring exhibits of Tucson lifestyles in the 19th century. Admission is free, but reservations are required for walking tours, which are only offered on Saturdays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Playtime at the museum |
200 South Sixth Ave Tucson, AZ 85701 United States +1 520 792 9985 http://www.tucsonchildrensmuse... |
Located in downtown Tucson, the Tucson Children's Museum offers interactive exhibit areas that allow children to explore and discover for themselves in galleries that include Dinosaur Canyon, the TCM Bakery and Farmer's Market, Wee World, the ZOOMzone, the Ocean Discovery Center, and others. Please visit the website for dates and times of daily featured activities. Admission: Adults: USD7.00, Senior citizens and children (2-18) USD5.00. Guided and general group rates are available to groups of ten children or more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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More than a museum |
140 North Main Avenue Tucson, AZ 85701 United States +1 520 624 2333 http://www.tucsonarts.com |
The Tucson Museum has moved from exhibiting mostly traditional Western art to contemporary and experimental, with a large section devoted to pre-Columbian artistry of the American Southwest and Mexico. The museum shop features works by some of Arizona's most talented artists. Docent tours may be scheduled by calling +1 520 696 7450. Children under 12 and members are admitted free of charge and it's free for all on the first Sunday of the month. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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