Reid Park Zoo's baby elephant is now one week old and has hit all her milestones so far. The calf expands the elephant herd to five, including two sisters and an allomother.
Local clothing resale shop Buffalo Exchange is celebrating its 50th anniversary this month with a pop-up event on March 16-17. The shop was founded in Tucson in 1974 and has since grown to over 40 stores in 15 states.
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Tucson's Cord Jefferson won an Oscar Sunday for best adapted screenplay for writing "American Fiction." It was his first film and his first time directing. Read moreTucson-born Cord Jefferson wins an Oscar for 'American Fiction'
Reid Park Zoo welcomed its third elephant calf since 2014. The baby and mom Semba are both doing well. Read moreA baby elephant was just born at Reid Park Zoo 🐘💕
The Tucson Museum of Art turns 100 on March 20. In honor of their centennial, the museum and historic block is celebrating with a gala and new exhibition this month, followed by a block party later in the year. Read moreTucson Museum of Art turns 100: celebrating a century of art, history and community
A City of Tucson Housing and Community Development program provides free showers for the local unsheltered community with its new mobile shower trailer. The trailer travels to numerous locations across the city and offers 15-minute warm showers, fresh undergarments and other resources for the unsheltered community. Read moreThis new City of Tucson program offers free showers for the community's unsheltered 🚿
#ThisIsTucson's second-ever artisan market took place on Saturday, Feb. 24 complete with more than 100 local makers, food trucks and a donation drive for Youth On Their Own. Read moreWe hosted an artisan market last weekend. Here's a photographic recap ❤️
Local nonprofit Southern Arizona Teen Aviation teaches students how to build airplanes with its free program. The program helps build teens' confidence in using tools and following directions and safety procedures, along with finding a passion for aviation. Read moreThis Tucson nonprofit helps teens soar with its plane-building program ✈️
This Is Tucson is hosting its second annual artisan market on Saturday, Feb. 24 in downtown Tucson. Find 100 local makers, a book hunt, an art-making station and food trucks! Read moreWe're hosting an artisan market with 100 local makers, a book hunt and MORE 👀
Tucson is home to several mystical shops that sell crystals, smudge sticks, herbs and more, alongside workshops and events like tarot readings and limpias. Read moreCrystals, intention candles and tarot readings: 11 metaphysical shops in Tucson
Hundreds of movies have been filmed in Tucson, Arizona throughout the years. The many films have starred actors such as Patrick Dempsey, Gene Wilder, Kevin Costner, Whoopi Goldberg and Drew Barrymore. Read moreA giant list of movies filmed in Tucson
A new exhibit showcasing 45 pencil micro-sculptures is now open at The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures in Tucson. The pieces were created by international micro-sculptor Salavat Fidai. Read moreThis new mini pencil art exhibit is NOW OPEN ✏️
A list of local indoor and outdoor pet-friendly places to take your dog in Tucson, Arizona. The list includes parks, hiking trails, restaurants, bars and activities that your furry friend can tag along to. Read moreA giant list of dog-friendly places and things to do in Tucson 🐶
Sigfús Designs is opening a brick-and-mortar on Feb. 18. The shop will feature Sigfús Designs’ signature handmade polymer clay earrings and houseware items, along with vintage clothing and other gifts. Read moreFind handmade earrings, house items and vintage clothing at this new curated gift shop
As Selena Gomez is set to play her in a biopic, Tucson's Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Linda Ronstadt sings the praises of her hometown. Read moreThese are Linda Ronstadt's five favorite places in Tucson
Palmira Miro Gutierrez is a local queer photographer who utilizes a historical photographic technique called wet plate collodion to create vintage-looking photos and portraits. Read moreThis local photographer creates vintage photos using a historical technique 📷
Tucson native and Canyon Del Oro grad Cord Jefferson got an Oscar nomination for his screenplay for "American Fiction," which also snagged best actor and supporting actor nods. Read moreTucson director's film 'American Fiction' gets 5 Oscar nominations
Noelle Mares, also known as Once Upon A Frosting, created a Barbie-inspired room at Hotel McCoy in Tucson, complete with pink walls, frosting-like 3D elements, a mirror decorated like a Barbie box and hints from the movie. Read moreStay in this super pink Barbie-inspired room at Tucson's Hotel McCoy
Murals in the Tucson, Arizona area continue to fill our city's walls with beauty. Here's where to find some of them! Read moreA very long list of Tucson murals and where to find them
A guide to notorious gangster John Dillinger's short-lived stay in Tucson and his eventful capture by the Tucson Police Department. The guide also includes the impact of his capture on Tucson's cultural scene through local bars, murals and events. Read moreJohn Dillinger's eventful capture in Tucson: the history and how it's remembered today
The International Wildlife Museum in Tucson, known for its taxidermy exhibits of exotic wild animals, closed its doors on Dec. 31, 2023. Read moreTucson's International Wildlife Museum closes after 35 years
Mount Lemmon becomes Tucson's own winter wonderland this time of year. Read moreQuick tips for enjoying a snow day on Mount Lemmon ❄️❄️
Your guide to Sabino Canyon Recreation Area in Tucson, Arizona: We'll tell you about shuttles through the canyon, if pets are allowed, where to see water after rain falls in Tucson, and more. Read moreA giant guide to Sabino Canyon, Tucson's treasured hiking spot
It's a question we get a lot: how do I meet new people in Tucson? Here's a huge list of ways to make friends here, from joining your neighborhood association to connecting with people who share the same hobbies as you. Read moreA giant list of ways to meet new people and make new friends in Tucson
Eat a Sonoran hot dog, cheer on the Wildcats, visit Tucson Meet Yourself. How many of these very Tucson things have you done? Read more19 must-do things to add to your Tucson bucket list
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