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The Patagonia Museum, Patagonia, AZ

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The Patagonia Museum

A volunteer-run local history museum in Patagonia, Arizona, covering the people and communities of the eastern part of Santa Cruz County.

320 School Street, PO Box 919, Patagonia, AZ 85624 · Patagonia, AZ

About The Patagonia Museum

The museum is run entirely by volunteers and documents the history of the eastern Santa Cruz County area of southern Arizona. Its displays have included archaeology from the local Sonoita Creek region, drawn from the museum's own collection. The museum also hosts guest speakers, writers' gatherings, and themed series of arts and cultural events that look back at the community in particular decades. Its leaders are raising money through an investment fund to eventually pay for a paid executive director. Visitors should check the website for current opening times before going.

  • #local history
  • #archaeology
  • #volunteer-run
  • #Santa Cruz County
  • #southern Arizona

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