Museums

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The Arizona Historical Society has five museums and the world's largest collection of Arizona history artifacts, documents, photographs.
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The Arizona Historical Society Museum at Papago Park is the principal Phoenix Metro Area location, at 1300 N. College Ave. in Tempe, AZ.

ASU Art Collections
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The museum places emphasis on compelling works of aesthetic interest and educational value for a broad audience, including the University and regional communities. New acquisitions, by gift or purchase, are evaluated for quality and for appropriateness to the collection focus. The museum does not accept works that it cannot manage in keeping with museum standards for conservation and storage.
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Whether you can spend a day, or an hour, your trip to campus will be an enjoyable one. There are two dozen locations to view, plus the Public Art Collection and the Arboretum (both which are throughout the entire campus). Put on your walking shoes, plot your route, and enjoy everything from Cuban art to minerals to the latest photos of Mars. You can see our Museums map for collection locations.

ASU Art Museum
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The ASU Art Museum is an integral part of the ASU Herberger Institute of Design and the Arts at Arizona State University.
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The ASU Art Museum’s mission is to be a meeting point for the exchange of new ideas, perspectives and experiences among artists, students and the public through our exhibitions, residencies, collections and programs. The Museum forges meaningful connections across all areas of research in order to create a better, more sustainable future.

The ASU Art Museum was named "the single most impressive venue for contemporary art in Arizona" by Art in America magazine. The inventive ASU Art Museum serves a diverse community of artists and audiences through innovative programming that is interdisciplinary, educational and relevant to life today.

Phone Number
480-965-2787
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Dedicated to the sensitive and accurate portrayal of Native arts and cultures, the Heard is an institution that successfully combines the stories of American Indian people from a personal perspective with the beauty of art.
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Through innovative programs, world-class exhibitions and unmatched festivals, the Heard Museum sets the standard nationally for collaborating with Native people to present first-person voices. Partnerships with American Indian artists and tribal communities provide visitors with a distinctive perspective about the art and cultures of Native people, especially those from the Southwest.

2301 North Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602.252.8840

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Phone Number
602-252-8840
Mesa Arts Center & Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum
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Mesa Contemporary Arts (MCA) Museum is the exciting visual art exhibition space at Mesa Arts Center. In five stunning galleries, MCA Museum showcases curated and juried exhibitions of contemporary art by emerging and internationally recognized artists. MCA Museum also offers lectures by significant artists and arts professionals, art workshops and a volunteer Docent program.

Mesa Arts Center is Arizona's largest arts center is home to four theaters, five art galleries, and 14 art studios.

Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum was recognized as Best Museum in Phoenix New Times 2019 Best of Phoenix issue.

One East Main Street
Mesa, Arizona 85201


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The Mesa Arts Center, owned and operated by the City of Mesa, is a unique, architecturally stunning, international award winning facility located in the heart of downtown Mesa. Arizona's largest arts center is home to four theaters, five art galleries, and 14 art studios. Guests, patrons, and students come to Mesa Arts Center to enjoy the finest live entertainment and performances, world-class visual art exhibitions, and outstanding arts education classes. The facility is an architectural showpiece and a destination for visitors to the Phoenix area. The Mesa Arts Center mission is to inspire people through engaging arts experiences that are diverse, accessible, and relevant.

Business Phone Number
(480) 644-6500
Phone Number
(480) 644-6500
Business Address
One East Main St
Mesa, AZ
85201
Phoenix Art Museum
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Popular and unique exhibitions of the world's best art, casual and fun events and activities.

Phoenix Art Museum
1625 N. Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004-1685
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A vibrant destination since 1959, Phoenix Art Museum has become the largest art museum in the southwestern United States, providing access to art from all over the world to the people of Arizona. Throughout the year the museum presents festivals, live performances, independent art films and educational programs that enlighten, entertain and stimulate. Its unique setting is a wonderful choice to host an event such as a holiday party, business luncheon or even a very special ceremony.

Website
Phone Number
(602) 257-1880