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As public servants, we deeply care about Arizona and are committed to facing the issues of our state head-on. We share a perseverance and dedication to ensuring a better future for every family and community in Arizona. We provide outstanding service to residents and organizations alike and are ready to make real progress on the issues that matter most to the people of the Grand Canyon State.

Founded in 1952, the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum stands out globally for its innovative blend of zoological park, botanical garden, Art Institute, and museum, dedicated to the diverse life of the Sonoran Desert and adjacent ecosystems. Despite its modest size, it's celebrated as one of the world's top zoological parks, showcasing over 4,892 animals of 242 species, 56,000 plants of 1,200 taxa, and extensive mineral and fossil collections. The Museum was the brainchild of William H. Carr, with Arthur Pack as its initial benefactor, aimed at educating the public about the desert's natural history through integrated, interactive exhibits. Located 12 miles west of Tucson, the Desert Museum occupies a 98-acre site, offering a unique educational experience with its living collections, conservation efforts, and engagement in scientific research. Over the years, it has evolved into a pivotal conservation and education center, highlighting the interconnectedness of regional flora, fauna, and geology, while fostering a deeper appreciation for the natural world. The mission of the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is to inspire people to live in harmony with the natural world by fostering love, appreciation, and understanding of the Sonoran Desert.

http://www.facebook.com/HeardMuseum http://www.twitter.com/HeardMuseum https://instagram.com/heardmuseum https://www.youtube.com/user/HeardMuseum https://www.pinterest.com/heardmuseum/ The Heard Museum is a private, nonprofit institution whose mission is to educate visitors and promote greater public understanding of the arts, heritage and life ways of the indigenous peoples of the Americas, with an emphasis on American Indian tribes and other cultures of the Southwest. Since its founding by Dwight and Maie Heard in 1929, the Heard Museum has grown in size and stature to become recognized internationally for the quality of its collections, its educational programming and its festivals. 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. 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. The museum houses over 40,000 items in its permanent collections and archives and contains over 130,000 square feet of gallery, classroom and performance space and receives over 250,000 visitors a year from around the globe. In addition, the Heard Museum Shop guarantees authenticity, as our buyers deal directly with American Indian artists, thus ensuring the integrity and authenticity of the art offered for sale.