Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

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4.8(9,587)
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Open
Closes 5:00 PM
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is a sprawling 98-acre natural history museum, zoo, and botanical garden showcasing regional wildlife and desert flora. long_description_potoo

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What's happening

Jun 20
5:00 PM

Make sure to check out the current art exhibits in the Ironwood Gallery and the Baldwin Education Building!

Jun 20
6:00 PM

This Oracle-based musician brings Indie Rock, and Latin Pop to the desert.

Jun 20
6:00 PM

The desert comes alive at night as nocturnal animals awake. Bats perform aerial acrobatics in pursuit of dinner, beavers splash around in their pond, and scorpions glow green under black light.

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What's the vibe

The outdoor paths weave through rugged desert landscapes and curated gardens, creating an immersive atmosphere where the natural environment takes center stage. It feels like a massive, living classroom that blends a botanical garden with a highly interactive wildlife park.ambiance_potoo

What people are saying

Visitors frequently highlight the incredibly diverse wildlife and the seamless integration of botanical gardens with animal exhibits. Many appreciate the extensive educational aspects and the immersive natural history displays.reviews_potoo

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Details

2021 N Kinney Rd, Tucson, AZ 85743
Open
 Closes 5:00 PM

About

Founded in 1952, this institution has evolved from its origins into a multifaceted cultural hub that serves as a publisher and art gallery for the Sonoran Desert. It remains a cornerstone of regional education and conservation efforts.story_potoo