| ASU's Arboretum is Arizona's largest public urban arboretum. Inside the Tempe campus view collections of palms, deciduous trees, fruit-bearing trees, conifers, evergreen trees, desert trees, cacti, succulents and specialty garden displays. 
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| Business, legal and political collections documenting 20th and 21st century Arizona. Formats include manuscripts, photographs, microfilm, books, ephemera and film. Open Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
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| Contemporary history introduces visitors to the dramatic development of the Valley. Interactive exhibits, guided tours and research library. Open Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sun., noon - 4 p.m. AAA/CAA discounts available.
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| ARTability promotes accessible programming in the arts. Please contact us for more information on the various accessible services that are available in Arizona's arts organizations.
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| Cited in "Art in America" as "the single most impressive venue for contemporary art in Arizona," the ASU Art Museum explores art and its impact on individuals and society. We collect and present works of art to stimulate, challenge and delight a diverse audience; areas of particular emphasis are contemporary art, new media including video art and art from Arizona and the Southwest. ASU Art Museum also has the largest collection of art from Cuba in the U.S. and is home to the Ceramics Research Center, a collection of more than 3,500 pieces of mainly British and American ceramics. One of the Museum’s largest collections, the print collection spans from the 14th-century to contemporary works. The Museum hosts an annual Short Film and Video Festival each April and a Family Fun Day in July. The Museum is located on the corner of Mill Avenue and 10th Street in Tempe and admission is free. Free parking is available on 10th Street outside of the Ceramics Research Center, a part of ASU Art Museum. Hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues. - Sat. and 1-5 p.m. Sun.
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| ASU Gammage is among the largest university-based presenters of performing arts in the world. It is the home theater of M&I Bank Broadway Across America - Arizona and the Beyond series. This historic hall was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. AAA/CAA discounts available.
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| Hosts a variety of exhibitions featuring the work of local artists, and prominent national and international artists. Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - noon and 1-5 p.m.
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| The Luhrs Gallery showcases materials from seven separate collections, which are housed in Hayden Library's Archives and Manuscripts. More than 30,000 rare books, manuscripts, and numerous examples of American and European fine printing. Tours on request. Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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| The Luhrs Gallery showcases materials from seven separate collections, which are housed in Hayden Library's Archives and Manuscripts. Open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
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| The facility supports the Thermal Emission Spectrometer experiment that was sent aboard the Mars Global Surveyor spacecraft when it launched in November 1996. The Mars facility has a visitor area with displays about Mars and a television tuned to NASA TV. Open Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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| Changing exhibits on archaeology, human origins, society and culture. Admission is always free. Open Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (Fall and Spring).
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| Sept.-Nov. and Feb.-April. Shows last approximately 30 to 50 minutes. Weather permitting; viewing though ASU telescopes follows each show. Reservations are required for all evening shows. Fee: $2 per person. Open Tues. and Thurs., 6:30 p.m.
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| Recently named to the "Top Ten" of campus public art programs, the ASU Public Art Collection reflects the rich historic traditions of ASU and Arizona. Artworks located throughout the 700-acre campus include Depression-era murals as well as contemporary sculpture. Check the Web site for a campus map and directions.
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| The Center houses the world's largest university-based meteorite collection, with specimens from over 1,500 separate fall events. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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| Childsplay is Arizona's award-winning professional theatre company for young audiences and families, performing in the brand new Tempe Center for the Arts and in schools around the state.
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| Numerous examples of public art dot Tempe's landscape. Additionally, Tempe presents exhibits featuring professional and student artists. Call or visit Web site for information on public art and exhibit locations.
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City of Tempe Exhibition Space – United States Post Office
500 S. Mill Ave.
Tempe, AZ 85281
USA
Phone: (480) 350-5287
http://www.tempe.gov/arts |
| Exhibitions at the United States Post Office highlight local artists working in a variety of media and themes. Space is located in the heart of the Mill Avenue District. Special emphasis is placed on work that is fun, eye-catching and unusual.
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| This City of Tempe building is host to community arts instructional programs and workshops for preschool age youth to adults.
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| Exhibitions by senior undergraduate students in the Herberger College School of Art. Open Mon.-Thurs., noon-5 p.m.; Fri. noon-3 p.m. Free. Closed in the Summer and during school holidays.
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| Exhibits display work by students, faculty research and notable designers. Open Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Hall of Flame Fire Museum
6101 E. Van Buren St.
Phoenix, AZ 85008
USA
Phone: (602)275-3473
Fax: (602)275-0896
http://www.hallofflame.org |
| National Firefighting Hall of Heroes. Over 90 classic pieces of firefighting apparatus on display, dating from 1725 to 1960. Fire safety exhibits, games and activities for kids. Open Mon. - Sat., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun., noon - 4 p.m.
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| Exhibitions in all media by students completing their master of fine arts degrees. Open Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Closed in the summer and during school holidays.
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| The Labriola Center holds books, photographs, manuscripts and audio visual material on American Indians across North America. The Labriola Center's primary purpose is to promote a better understanding of American Indian language, culture, social, political and economic issues. Open Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Summer hours 1-5 p.m.
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| Reptile display, including the only complete living collection of all 18 sub-species of native rattlesnakes. Open Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
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Night Gallery
Tempe Marketplace
2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy.
Tempe, AZ 85281
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| A partnership between Tempe Marketplace and ASU Herberger College of the Arts, Night Gallery is a showcase for ASU graduate students, faculty and alumni. There are innovative evolving exhibits which change every six weeks. Located east of Barnes & Noble. Hours of operation: Tues. - Sat., 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
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| Photographic exhibitions of contemporary and historical significance and work of Herberger College School of Art students. Hours vary, please call. Free.
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| Restored Queen Anne Victorian home built in 1892 by one of Tempe's earliest settlers. Open Tues., Wed., Thur. and Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free admission; donations accepted.
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| Experience a prehistoric Hohokam ruin. Fascinating exhibits feature the ancient Hohokam, archaeology and Southwestern themes. Exciting workshops and tours. Museum store. Open October - April: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m. - 4:45 pm; Sunday 1 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. May - September: Tues. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 4:45 p.m., Closed Sun. & Mon. AAA/CAA discounts available. (Outside Phoenix call toll-free 877-706-4408)
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| Minerals, gems, fossils from around the world, the only active seismograph in central Arizona, six story Foucault Pendulum, Columbian mammoth bones from Chandler, AZ. Open 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Closed during semester breaks and summer breaks.
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| Contemporary American works of art with a Southwestern focus. Open Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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| Performance venues include Katzin Concert Hall, Smith Music Theatre, Recital Hall and Organ Hall, home of the famed Fritts Pipe Organ. Original building designed by Taliesin Architects.
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| Find the fun you're looking for: Theatre, Music, Dance, Art - plus the ShowUp NOW Pass for Valley-wide museum admissions.
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| A student-run gallery that showcases work of undergraduate students in the Herberger College School of Art. Open Mon. - Thurs., noon - 5 p.m. and Fri., noon - 3 p.m. Free.
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| Indie theatre company - producing four shows each season that you will not find anywhere else in the Valley. All performances are presented at the original Tempe Performing Arts Center at 132 E. 6th St. in Tempe's Mill Avenue District.
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Tempe Center for the Arts
700 W. Rio Salado Parkway
Tempe, AZ 85281
USA
Phone: (480) 350-2822 (box office)
Fax: (480) 858-7710
http://www.tempe.gov/tca |
| Tempe Center for the Arts is a state-of-the art facility providing visual and performing arts experiences to the community.
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| Museum featuring the history of Tempe from the time of prehistoric Hohokam to today. Video, hands-on exhibits and gift shop. Open Mon. - Thur. and Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Free admission. Closing for renovations in January 2009. Exhibits and programs located at other facilities. Research services are still available. 480-350-5100 or www.tempe.gov/museum.
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| Tempe Little Theatre has brought the excitement of community theater to the East Valley for over 30 years with quality productions ranging from drama and intrigue to comedy and musicals. Performances are staged at the new Tempe Center for the Arts.
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| Tempe's library features a wonderful children's space, Internet access, the Connections Cafe coffee shop and art exhibitions throughout the year.
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