During this virtual presentation, supported by Citizen Voice, participants will learn more about the history of water and power in the valley and the Salt River Project. This presentation will cover the valley's early canal systems, the formation of the Salt River Project Reclamation Project, the construction of the Salt and Verde Dams and the […]
Every month we offer a chance for the public to come and see artifacts in our collection that are normally not available for public viewing. This month we will showcase vintage phones and electronic. Stop by and see our extensive selection of telephones, typewriters and various other electronics housed in our collection. Museum admission is […]
It was the biggest single battle ever fought in Arizona. It happened 160 years ago and lasted only half and hour. It is largely unknown in the annals of Arizona history, yet it was perhaps the most important battle ever fought by the O'Odham (Pima) and Piipaash (Maricopa) people. The Battle of Pima Butte was […]
HD SOUTH--Home of the Gilbert Historical Museum, in partnership with Fry’s Food Stores, a division of the Kroger Company, will commission a professional artist to create indoor artwork for a new Fry’s Food store in Queen Creek. The store will be located on South Ellsworth Road. To read full RFQ please click here
The Federalist Papers is a series of 85 essays written by Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison between October 1787 and May 1788. The essays were published anonymously, under the pen name "Publius," in various New York state newspapers of the time. The Federalist Papers were written to urge New Yorkers to ratify the […]
Herbalism is the study and the use of medicinal plants. Plants have been the basis for medical treatments through most of humans history and such traditional medicine is widely practiced today. Facilitated by Jamie Fitzgerald, the founder of The Healing Point Acupuncture in Phoenix and Desert Sage Wellness Center, she is a nationally accredited practitioner […]
Duane Roen has been tracing his roots since his teenage years, building a database with more than 32,000 ancestors. Duane is the founding coordinator of the Project for Writing and Recording Family History in the College of Interactive Sciences and Arts at ASU. Duane serves as Dean of the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts, […]
HD SOUTH, in conjunction with the Town Of Gilbert, is sponsoring a morning of remembrance on Memorial Day. The event will take place Monday, May 31st at 9a.m. at the Civic Center (50 E. Civic Center Drive). The event will include a flag and wreath ceremony, the battlefield cross, the POW/MIA table, performance by a […]
Gilbert leaders are partnering with I&E Consulting and Dr. Lisa Zorita, to conduct and Inclusivity Needs Assessment. All who live, serve, or work in Gilbert are welcome to attend and provide input on the following questions: What can Gilbert residents do to encourage a culture of kindness and collaboration? What can be done to address […]
Gilbert leaders are partnering with I&E Consulting and Dr. Lisa Zorita, to conduct and Inclusivity Needs Assessment. All who live, serve, or work in Gilbert are welcome to attend and provide input on the following questions: What can Gilbert residents do to encourage a culture of kindness and collaboration? What can be done to address […]
