Overview
The site for this museum was completed in 1991, in what was once the 36,000 square-foot (3344.51 square meter) Tempe Public Library. This exhibit gallery sets its focus on the preservation and interpretation of Tempe's history. The museum also includes the Petersen House Museum, a Queen Anne Victorian house which showcases Tempe's daily life at the turn of the century. Permanent and changing exhibits and educational programs address Tempe's history from a state and national perspective.
- Open Hours: Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 PM to 05:00 PM, Sunday from 01:00 PM to 05:00 PM
- Type:
Attractions & Landmarks
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