Museums & Attractions

The Bead Museum

Explore art, anthropology, history and more. Home to over 100,000 beads and beaded artifacts, The Bead Museum teaches visitors of all ages about cultures around the world through exhibitions and programs that reveal the bead story. Unique jewelry, beaded art, beads and books can be found in our Museum Store. Classes are available year-round. Mention this ad for 15% off in the store. Open Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Thursday 10am-8pm, Sunday 11am-4pm.

5754 W. Glenn Drive, Glendale, 623.931.2737
www.beadmuseumaz.org

Challenger Space Center

Mission ...Possible. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, will be to take command of Mission Control and all the responsibilities aboard the International Space Station. If your friends and family want to get away from it all, send them to space at the Challenger Center. Missions last for two hours; call for schedules and availability. Proud to be the only Smithsonian Institution affiliate in Greater Phoenix.

21170 N. 83rd Ave , Peoria (Just off Loop 101 and Union Hills), 623.322.2001
www.azchallenger.org

Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts 

Staging Magical Moments - Voted "Best Live Music Venue" in the latest Arizona Republic Readers' Choice poll, the intimate 600-seat theatre presents exciting Broadway, dance, theatrical and concert performances September though May. Students 18 and under are $5 to each show. Contact the Box Office today for a free season brochure with information on every event. Visit the Webb Center at:

1090 S. Vulture Mine Road , Wickenburg, 928.684.6624
www.delewebbcenter.org

Desert Caballeros Western Museum

Named an "Arizona Treasure" by Governor Janet Napolitano, this museum is one you surely don't want to miss. Here, art and history go hand in hand with one of the most complete collections of Western art in the country, along with one of the finest selections of historic cowboy memorabilia ever opened to the public. There's also a historic Wickenburg street, a fascinating Out on the Ranch exhibit, plus exciting changing exhibitions all of which make this " Arizona 's Most Western Museum." Visit daily 10am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-4pm.

21 N. Frontier St., Wickenburg, 928.684.2272
www.westernmuseum.org

Gold Nugget Art Gallery

Housed in a charming historic adobe house, the Gold Nugget Art Gallery was established in 1988 and features the work of over 40 of the Southwest's finest artists in all media including painting, sculpture, wood, glass, gourd, pottery, and designer jewelry. Open Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm.

274 E. Wickenburg Way at Wickenburg's Heritage Square, 928.684.5849 www.goldnuggetartgallery.com, email: cindy@goldnuggetartgallery.com

Heard Museum West

The Heard is recognized internationally for the quality of its collections, educational programming and American Indian festivals. Heard Museum West, now open in Surprise, is the Northwest Valley 's newest destination for permanent and changing exhibitions, shopping, classroom activities, lectures and hands-on activities for families. Open Tuesday-Sunday 9:30am-5pm

16126 N. Civic Center Plaza in Surprise (from W. Bell, take Bullard south to Paradise), 623.344.2200
www.heard.org

Sahuaro Ranch Park Historical Area

Preserving one of the Valley's oldest and most magnificent ranches, the 17-acre Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area features 13 original buildings, a rose garden, barnyard and historic orchards. Listed on the National Register of Historical Places and known as the "Showplace of the Valley," the Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area offers activities, exhibits and guided tours - keeping the history of early settlement in the Valley alive. This unique site offers annual events, tours, rental opportunities and a chance to step back in time. Open daily, 6am-dusk

9802 N. 59th Ave., Glendale, 623.930.4200
www.glendaleaz.com

Wildlife World Zoo

Arizona 's largest collection of exotic animals includes white tigers, jaguars, lions, leopards, zebras, giraffes, kangaroos, monkeys, and 300 other species. Three large indoor exhibits feature reptiles, small mammals and aquariums. Other activities include an African Train Ride, Australian Boat Ride, Exotic Animal Carousel, Wildlife Sky Ride, three interactive shows several times a day, cafe and free parking. Open daily, 9am-5pm.

16501 W. Northern Ave., Litchfield Park, 623.935.WILD
www.wildlifeworld.com

Xeriscape Demonstration Garden/Glendale Main Library

Award-winning garden contains over 1,000 low-water-use plants excellent for Arizona gardens. Listening wands can be checked out inside the library for a self-guided garden tour. Free landscaping brochures are also available inside the library. Be sure to visit the south area with displays of mosaic and tile artwork created by children. Open dawn to dusk at:

5959 W. Brown St., Glendale, 623.930.3596
www.glendaleaz.com/waterconservation