Bisbee has been a hub of mining and shipping—a vibrant city of immigrants. Now a hub for artists, entrepreneurs, tourists, and ghosts (yes–ghosts!), Bisbee is one of Arizona’s treasures. Photographer Virgil Hancock captures the essence of Bisbee's past and present in his new photography book, Bisbee: The Alchemical City of the Borderlands. Bisbee’s fascinating history […]

Jack Lasseter talks a lot about the Spanish history of Arizona, but here he tells the story of Arizona during the Early American period. This was a complex time with many changes happening at the same time, and Jack covers them all: cattle, mining, range wars, the Arizona Rangers, the battle for statehood, the coming […]

Explore a wide variety of exquisite Mata Ortiz pottery, playful Oaxacan woodcarvings, and vibrant Zapotec rugs—just in time for holiday shopping! Hundreds of handcrafted items will be available for purchase […]

Author Melissa Sevigny will recount the riveting tale of two pioneering botanists and their historic boat trip down the Colorado River and through the Grand Canyon. Hosted by the Arizona Historical Novel Society. Books will be available for purchase and signing. This event is free, requires a reservation, and will occur inside. Face coverings are […]

Professor David Hurd will highlight eclipses in the United States during the last five decades. Learn more about the 2024 Great American Eclipse and future eclipse viewing opportunities in the Southwest during this enlightening talk. This event is free, requires a reservation, and will occur inside. Face coverings are optional. The National Parks Store 12880 […]

Come and find out how Columbus’s arrival in the Americas ignited the Columbian Exchange, which drastically changed the world and is considered by many modern science historians to be one of the three most important biological events since the days of the dinosaurs. This is one of Jack Lasseter’s favorite talks. Tickets are $5, non-refundable […]

Contemporary metal artwork representing petroglyphs from the American Southwest. These pieces pay tribute to ancient rock carvings and allow us to bring this rich cultural heritage into our homes. Shop a variety of designs for indoor and outdoor use.

Join the WNPA book club with a special visit from New York Times bestselling author Anne Hillerman to discuss The Way of the Bear: A Mystery Novel, A Leaphorn, Chee, & Manuelito Novel. A must-read mystery about the fate of fossils on public lands held sacred by so many. Books will be available for purchase […]

Join author Hugh Grinnell to discuss The Father of Glacier National Park. The book tells the story of George Bird Grinnell, the author’s distant cousin who traveled West after graduating from Yale in 1870 and led the effort to create the nation’s 10th national park. Books will be available for purchase and signing. This event […]

Discover the beautiful jewelry of Nahuatl silversmith Agustín Torres Beltran. Agustín’s work blends Mata Ortiz pottery with Taxco silver to create one-of-a-kind pieces, including bracelets, earrings, and pendants

Join Butch Farabee for a part history, part travelogue, and part informational overview of El Camino del Diablo. This 200-mile long prehistoric and historic route has been traveled for at least a millennium by Native Americans, conquistadores, and many more. This event is free, requires a reservation, and will occur inside. Face coverings are optional. […]

Join Butch Farabee for a part history, part travelogue, and part informational overview of El Camino del Diablo. This 200-mile long prehistoric and historic route has been traveled for at least a millennium by Native Americans, conquistadores, and many more. This event is free, requires a reservation, and will occur inside. Face coverings are optional. […]