Tempe History Museum January
News & Events

A new year brings a calendar full of engaging discussions, exciting live performances, insightful African American Advisory Committee events and adventures behind the doors of Tempe's most historic properties. Check out the full list of upcoming events below or visit tempe.gov/MuseumEvents for more information.

Tempe History Society Lunch Talks

The Canals of the Salt River Valley
By Daniel Garcia and Jodi Moon

Wednesday, Jan. 10, 11:30 a.m.

Staff from Salt River Project present the fascinating history of the oldest in-use irrigation canals in the Valley, including Tempe. Topics include the San Francisco Canal, the Tempe Canal Company, McKinney-Kirkland Ditch, as well as early Valley developers and their roles in Arizona water history, and how SRP preserves and interprets canals for the public.

SRP staff will also take you on a virtual ghost-hunt for the telltale signs of ancient and historic canals that have been incorporated into the urban landscape but can still be traced when you know just what to look for. 

Stop by Tempe History Museum for this free talk presented by Tempe History Society with generous support from Friendship Village. The event is held in the Tempe History Museum Community Room, or live stream the event on Facebook.

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Explore Eisendrath House
Open house in January, guided tour openings in February
1400 N. College Ave.

Although Eisendrath House seemed isolated on a desert hillside, its residents maintained strong connections to Jewish culture, artistic accomplishment, and the wealthiest of social circles. Step behind the doors and into history by exploring the home in three different ways. Parking is limited at the house, carpooling is encouraged when you visit.

Saturday Open House
Saturday, Jan. 20, house open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Find out more about this Tempe landmark with a free self-guided tour. Drop by to experience this intriguing historic home and its beautiful surroundings.

Guided Tours 
Register now for February dates
Get the whole story on this intriguing historic home with a guided group tour! Visit tempe.gov/MuseumHistoricHouses to view dates and register. Tours last approximately 60 minutes and 10 spaces are available on each tour.

Large Group Private Tours 
Request now for February dates
Are you hosting a family reunion, planning a team-building event or scheduling outings for a senior living community? Bring your group of 11 to 20 people to Eisendrath House, a 1930 Pueblo Revival home in the rolling desert next to Papago Park. Visit tempe.gov/MuseumHistoricHouses to submit a tour request for dates through April 2024.

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