More Arizona Illustrated History Stories

The hidden history of Tucson, Arizona's Sugar Hill neighborhood

An intimate look inside Tucson's historically black Sugar Hill neighborhood.

The Loft Cinema

The internationally-recognized independent film house is a much-beloved cornerstone of the Tucson community.

Willcox Radio

Since the mid-1950s, KHIL radio has been the soundtrack, news source, and connector in Willcox, AZ and now, the station is in danger of shutting down. 

Immanuel Abraham

The violinist credits music with saving his life.

Memory Lane

Barbara Lewis shares stories and recollections about attending classes at the historic Dunbar School.

28 Days of Black History

Local business owner, J.R. Harrison explores black culture in his own unique way.

Haunted Bisbee

Take a tour of Bisbee, Arizona’s haunted history with Renee Harper of Old Bisbee Ghost Tours and “Magic” Kenny of The Bisbee Seance Room.

Etherton

Etherton Gallery celebrates 30 years in its downtown Tucson location with the show Masters of 20th Century American photography. Making it work in Tucson hasn't always been easy but Terry Etherton seems to have it figured out.

Ansel's Birthday

Ansel Adams played a critical role in founding the Center for Creative Photography in 1975. Since then, the CCP has become the largest collection of North American photography in the world.

The Glass Blower

Tom Philabaum of Philabaum Glass Gallery and Studio is an artist and beloved Tucson icon.

The Language of Movement

Barbara Mettler built the Tucson Creative Dance center in 1963 as a permanent home for her unique, movement-based approach to dance. Mettler passed away in 2002, but her legacy lives on and is still being practiced by a devout following.

Super Bowl Band

Did you know that the University of Arizona Marching Band played the half-time show at the first Super bowl?

Up With People

Up With People might be Tucson’s largest cultural export but most young people have never heard of it.

The Architect: Judith Chafee

Judith Chafee is one of the most critically acclaimed and controversial architects to have practiced in Southern Arizona.

Generations of Jewelers

The Patania Family has been a staple in Tucson since 1937.

A Mountain 100 Years

The “A” on Sentinel Peak holds a special place for many people- 100 years after its completion.

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