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Gammage Theatre in Tempe Arts and Culture at Gammage Theatre and Beyond

Tempe's status as a university town has created a welcoming environment for artistic expression. Whether you prefer contemporary art, live music from up and coming bands, art festivals, Broadway shows at Gammage Theatre or performance art, Tempe fits the bill. By day, view works of art by the likes of Georgia O'Keefe. By night, have your pick of Mediterranean, Mexican, Thai or American cuisines before you attend a stellar performance at Frank Lloyd Wright-designed masterpiece, ASU Gammage Theatre. Top off the evening by sipping coffee at a sidewalk café, while listening to local musicians.

Arboretum at ASU
P.O. Box 875112
Tempe, AZ 85287
USA
Phone: (480)965-8137
Fax: (480)965-9470
http://www.asu.edu/fm/arboretum.htm
richardharris@asu.edu
ASU's Arboretum is Arizona's largest public urban arboretum. Inside the Tempe campus view collections of palms, deciduous trees, fruit-bearing trees, conifers, evergreen trees, desert trees, cacti, succulents and specialty garden displays.

Arizona Historical Foundation
Hayden Library, ASU/Box 871006
Tempe, AZ 85287-1006
USA
Phone: (480)965-3283
Fax: (480)965-5744
http://www.ahfweb.org
contact@ahfweb.org
Business, legal and political collections documenting 20th and 21st century Arizona. Formats include manuscripts, photographs, microfilm, books, ephemera and film. Open Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Arizona Historical Society Museum
1300 N. College Ave.
Tempe, AZ 85281
USA
Phone: (480)929-0292
Fax: (480) 967-5450
http://www.arizonahistoricalsociety.org
swilley@azhs.gov
Contemporary history introduces visitors to the dramatic development of the Valley. Interactive exhibits, guided tours and research library. Open Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sun., noon-4 p.m. AAA/CAA discounts available.

ARTability Accessing Arizona's Arts
P.O. Box 25159
Phoenix, AZ 85002
USA
Phone: (602)757-8118
Fax: (602)258-9521
http://www.artability.org
artabilityaz@hotmail.com
ARTability promotes accessible programming in the arts. Please contact us for more information on the various accessible services that are available in Arizona's arts organizations.

ASU Art Museum/Ceramics Research Center
ASU Main Campus
Nelson Fine Arts Center 10th St. & Mill
Tempe, AZ 85287-2911
USA
Phone: (480)965-2787
Fax: (480)965-5254
http://asuartmuseum.asu.edu/
laura.toussaint@asu.edu
Cited in "Art in America" as "the single most impressive venue for contemporary art in Arizona," the museum explores the art and its impact on individuals and society. Its programs and collections emphasize the art of Latin America, including an outstanding collection of contemporary work from Cuba. The museum's Ceramics Research Center houses one of the best ceramics collections in the country, with a significant portion of its holdings in open storage. The museum's print collection spans from the 14th-century to contemporary works. The museum hosts an annual Short Film and Video Festival and a Family Fun Day. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.- 5p.m. Sun. 1-5 pm. Closed Mondays. Free.

ASU Gammage
Arizona State University
Mill Ave. & Apache Blvd.
Tempe, AZ 85287-0105
USA
Phone: (480)965-3434
Fax: (480) 965-7663
http://www.asugammage.com
dana.mcguinness@asu.edu

ASU Gammage is among the largest university-based presenters of performing arts in the world.  It is the home theater of M&I Bank Broadway Across America - Arizona and Beyond series.  This historic hall was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.  AAA discounts available.

ASU Hispanic Research Center
ASU Tempe Campus
Orange & Cady Malls
Tempe, AZ 85287-5303
USA
Phone: (480)965-3990
Fax: (480)965-0315
http://www.asu.edu/clas/hrc
melanie.magisos@asu.edu
Hosts a variety of exhibitions featuring the work of local artists, and prominent national and international artists. Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-noon and 1-5pm.

ASU Libraries Archives & Special Collections

USA
Phone: (480) 965-4932
http://www.asu.edu/lib/archives
More than 30,000 rare books, manuscripts, and numerous examples of American and European fine printing. Tours on request. Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

ASU Luhrs Gallery
Hayden Library, 4th floor
Orange and Cady Malls
Tempe, AZ 85281-1006
USA
Phone: (480) 965-4932
Fax: (480) 965-0776
http://www.asu.edu/museums/hc/luhrs.htm
karrie.porterbrace@asu.edu
The Luhrs Gallery showcases materials from seven separate collections, which are housed in Hayden Library's Archives and Manuscripts. Open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

ASU Mars Space Flight Facility
Department of Geological Sciences
Moeur Building Room 131
Tempe, AZ 85287-6305
USA
Phone: (480)965-1790
Fax: (480)965-1787
http://www.asu.edu/museums/ns/mars.htm
tara.haden@asu.edu
The facility supports the Thermal Emission Spectrometer experiment that was sent aboard the Mars Global Surveyor spacecraft when it launched in November 1996. The Mars facility has a visitor area with displays about Mars and a television tuned to NASA TV. Open 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday.

ASU Museum of Anthropology
ASU Anthropology Building
Rm. 240
Tempe, AZ 85287-2402
USA
Phone: (480) 965-6224
Fax: (480)965-7671
http://www.asu.edu/clas/shesc/asuma
anthro.museum@asu.edu
Changing exhibits on archaeology, human origins, society and culture. Admission is always free. Open Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (Fall and Spring).

ASU Planetarium
Arizona State University, Box 871504
Bateman Physical Sciences Center
Tempe, AZ 85287-1504
USA
Phone: (480)965-6891
Fax: (480)965-7954
http://www.sese.asu.edu/planetarium
daniel.matlaga@asu.edu
Sept.-Nov. and Feb.-April. Shows last approximately 30 to 50 minutes. Weather permitting; viewing though ASU telescopes follows each show. Reservations are required for all evening shows. Fee: $2 per person. Open Tues. and Thurs., 6:30 p.m.

ASU Public Art Collection
Herberger College of the Arts
Box 872102
Tempe, AZ 85287-2102
USA
Phone: (480) 965-6536
Fax: (480)965-9073
http://www.herbergercollege.asu.edu/public_art
Recently named to the "Top Ten" of campus public art programs, the ASU Public Art Collection reflects the rich historic traditions of ASU and Arizona. Artworks located throughout the 700-acre campus include Depression-era murals as well as contemporary sculpture. Check the Web site for a campus map and directions.

Center for Meteorite Studies at ASU
ASU Main Campus
Bateman Physical Sciences Center C-139
Tempe, AZ 85287-2504
USA
Phone: (480)965-6511
Fax: (480)965-2747
http://meteorites.asu.edu
meteorites@asu.edu
The Center houses the world's largest university-based meteorite collection, with specimens from over 1,500 separate fall events. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Childsplay
P.O. Box 517
Tempe, AZ 85280
USA
Phone: (480)350-8101
http://www.childsplayaz.org
info@childsplayaz.org
Childsplay is Arizona's award-winning professional theatre company for young audiences and families, performing in the brand new Tempe Center for the Arts and in schools around the state.

City of Tempe Cultural Services
3340 S. Rural Rd.
Tempe, AZ 85282
USA
Phone: (480)350-5287
Fax: (480) 350-5161
http://www.tempe.gov/arts
jody_ulich@tempe.gov
Numerous examples of public art dot Tempe's landscape. Additionally, Tempe presents exhibits featuring professional and student artists. Call or visit Web site for information on public art and exhibit locations.

Computing Commons Gallery
ASU Computing Commons Center
Palm Walk and Orange St.
Tempe, AZ 85287
USA
Phone: (480)965-0964
Fax: (480)965-0961
sheilah@asu.edu
A highly adaptable space for the installation of art and experimental media systems presented by the Arts, Media and Engineering Program. The Gallery is open Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. when ASU is in session. Closed May 15-Sept. 1.

Gallery 100
Tempe Center, Ste. 199
SE corner of Mill Ave. and University Dr
Tempe, AZ 85287
USA
Phone: (480)727-6380
http://art.asu.edu/gallery/artgallery/
Exhibitions by senior undergraduate students in the Herberger College School of Art. Open Mon.-Thurs., noon-5 p.m.; Fri. noon-3p.m. Free. Closed in the Summer and during school holidays.

Gallery of Design
University & Forest Street Mall
Box 871905
Tempe, AZ 85287-1905
USA
Phone: (480)965-6693
Fax: (480)965-1594
http://www.asu.edu/museums/fa/design.htm
jruss@asu.edu
Exhibits display work by students, faculty research and notable designers. Open Mon. - Fri., 8am - 5pm.

Hall of Flame Fire Museum
6101 E. Van Buren St.
Phoenix, AZ 85008
USA
Phone: (602)275-3473
Fax: (602)275-0896
http://www.hallofflame.org
National Firefighting Hall of Heroes.  Over 90 classic pieces of firefighting apparatus on display, dating from 1725 to 1960.  Fire safety exhibits, games and activities for kids.  Open Mon. - Sat., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun., noon - 4 p.m.

Harry Wood Art Gallery
ASU Herberger School of Art Building
Box 871505
Tempe, AZ 85287-1505
USA
Phone: (480)965-6163
Fax: (480)965-8338
http://art.asu.edu/gallery/hwood/index.html
hwood.gal@asu.edu
Exhibitions in all media by students completing their master of fine arts degrees. Open Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free.  Closed in the summer and during school holidays.

Labriola Nat'l American Indian Data Ctr
ASU Main Campus Library
BOX 871006
Tempe, AZ 85287-1006
USA
Phone: (480) 965-6490
Fax: (480) 965-0776
http://www.asu.edu/lib/archives/labriola.htm
archives@mainex1.asu.edu

The Labriola Center holds books, photographs, manuscript and audio visual material on American Indians across North America. The Labriola Center's primary purpose is to promote a better understanding of American Indian language, culture, social, political and economic issues. Open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. Summer open 1-5pm.

Life Sciences Center Living Collection
Tyler Mall & Palm Walk
Tempe, AZ 85287-0608
USA
Phone: (480)965-3396
http://www.asu.edu/museums/ns/life.htm
james.badman@asu.edu
Reptile display, including the only complete living collection of all 18 sub-species of native rattlesnakes. Open Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Northlight Gallery
Matthews Hall
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 85287-1505
USA
Phone: (480)965-6517
http://art.asu.edu/gallery/northlight/index.html
northlight@asu.edu
Photographic exhibitions of contemporary and historical significance and work of Herberger College School of Art students. Hours vary, please call. Free.

Petersen House Museum
1414 W. Southern Ave.
Tempe, AZ 85282
USA
Phone: (480)350-5151
Fax: (480)350-5150
http://www.tempe.gov/petersenhouse
Restored Queen Anne Victorian home built in 1892 by one of Tempe's earliest settlers. Open Tue, Wed, Thur and Sat, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free admission; donations accepted. 

Pueblo Grande Museum
4619 E. Washington St.
Phoenix, AZ 85034
USA
Phone: (877) 706-4408
Fax: (602) 495-5645
http://www.pueblogrande.com
roger.lidman@phoenix.gov
Experience a prehistoric Hohokam ruin. Fascinating exhibits feature the ancient Hohokam, archaeology and Southwestern themes. Exciting workshops and tours. Museum store. Open Mon. - Sat., 9 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m. - 4:45p.m.  AAA/CAA discounts available. (Outside Phoenix call toll free 877-706-4408).

R.S. Dietz Museum of Geology
Arizona State University
Box 871404
Tempe, AZ 85287-1404
USA
Phone: (480)965-7065
Fax: (480)965-8102
http://www.asu.edu/museums
b.archer@asu.edu
Minerals, gems, fossils from around the world, the only active seismograph in central Arizona,  six story Foucault Pendulum, Columbian mammoth bones from Chandler, AZ. Open 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.  Closed during semester breaks and summer breaks.

Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law Art
Arizona State University Armstrong Hall
Tempe, AZ 85287-7906
USA
Phone: (480)965-6181
Fax: (480)965-5550
http://www.asu.edu/museums/fa/law.htm
michael.bossone@asu.edu
Contemporary American works of art with a Southwestern focus. Open Mon. - Fri., 8am - 5pm.

School of Music Building
Arizona State University
10th St. & Mill Ave.
Tempe, AZ 85287-0405
USA
Phone: (480) 965-3371
Fax: (480)965-2659
http://www.music.asu.edu/facilities
Mary.Brennan@asu.edu
Performance venues include Katzin Concert Hall, Smith Music Theatre, Recital Hall and Organ Hall, home of the famed Fritts Pipe Organ. Original building designed by Taliesin Architects.

ShowUp.com
Alliance for Audience
13416 N. 32nd St., Ste. 106
Phoenix, AZ 85032
USA
Phone: (602)971-2223
Fax: (602) 971-5054
http://www.showup.com
info@showup.com
Find the fun you're looking for: Theatre, Music, Dance, Art - plus the ShowUp NOW Pass for Valley-wide museum admissions.

Step Gallery
Tempe Center
(SE Corner of University Dr. & Mill Ave.)
Tempe, AZ 85287
USA
Phone: (480) 965-7044
http://www.asu.edu/museums/fa/step.htm
A student-run gallery that showcases work of undergraduate students in the Herberger College School of Art.  Open Mon. - Thurs., noon - 5 p.m. and Fri., noon - 3 p.m. Free.

Tempe Center for the Arts
700 W. Rio Salado Parkway
Tempe, AZ 85281
USA
Phone: (480)350-5287
Fax: (480) 350-2828
http://www.tempe.gov/tca
don_fassinger@tempe.gov
Tempe Center for the Arts is a state-of-the art facility providing visual and performing arts experiences to the community.

Tempe Historical Museum
809 E. Southern Ave.
Tempe, AZ 85282
USA
Phone: (480)350-5100
Fax: (480) 350-5150
http://www.tempe.gov/museum
jerri_copenhaver@tempe.gov
Museum featuring the history of Tempe from the time of prehistoric Hohokam to today. Video, hands-on exhibits and gift shop. Open Mon. - Thur. and Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Free admission.

Tempe Little Theatre
P.O. Box 24718
Tempe, AZ 85285-4718
USA
Phone: (480)350-8388
http://www.tempelittletheatre.org
Tempe Little Theatre has brought the excitement of community theater to the East Valley for over 30 years with quality productions ranging from drama and intrigue to comedy and musicals. Performances are staged at the new Tempe Center for the Arts.

Tempe Public Library
3500 S. Rural Rd.
Tempe, AZ 85282
USA
Phone: (480) 350-5577
Fax: (480)350-5544
http://www.tempe.gov/library
teri_metros@tempe.gov

Tempe's library features a wonderful children's space, Internet access, the Connections Cafe coffee shop and art exhibitions throughout the year.



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