Fund for Arizona History continues to grow

What an amazing job President Susan Dale has done with her two years in office. Despite the struggles with the pandemic, the Future of History Fund has raised $102,545 and this continues to grow. The goal of this project is 1.An update of the Historymakers Hall exhibit 2.Support for Arizona teachers and students to develop National History Day projects 3.Outreach dollars for the Arizona Heritage Center to reach new audiences Congratulations to Susan and her team!

Senator Mark Kelly and Gabby Giffords Visit "Ready to Launch"

On June 2, the Arizona Historical Society had a very special visit from an Arizona astronaut. Thank you, Senator Mark Kelly, Gabby Giffords, and Ron Barber for visiting the Arizona History Museum and the new "Ready to Launch: Arizona's Place in Space" exhibition. Watch Senator Kelly's interview on KGUN about how Arizonans are making history in space exploration. https://www.kgun9.com/news/local-news/astronaut-now-senator-tours-space-exhibit “Ready to Launch” is sponsored by Paragon Space Development Corporation and supported by Arizona Humanities and Albertsons. Special thanks to Arizona State University, the University of Arizona, Lowell Observatory, USGS, and NASA Johnson Space Center.

Gracious host Renee Donnelly

Renee Donnelly has Tastes & Treasures prominently displayed in her kitchen, opened to page 176. Wonder which dish she is creating today? Al McLeod and Ruth are enjoying time with this gracious host and excellent cook.

More fun photos of Annual Recognition Luncheon

Delighted to receive more photos of the Annual Recognition Luncheon from Mary Parker. It was a day to celebrate friendships, volunteers, Arizona history and vaccinations from Covid-19. Notice all the happy faces without masks!

Friends, fun, food at Recognition Luncheon

Friends, food, and fun. We were back to "normal" in the Historical League at the Annual Recognition Luncheon, Scott Resort May 13. Check out these smiling faces.

President times THREE = Susan Dale

Serving 3 terms as President of the Historical League, we are so grateful for everything Susan Dale has done! Incoming President Claire Nullmeyer pinned her new label on, then presented her with a crystal gavel. An engraved crystal bowl was also part of the ceremony.

New Board for Historical League 2020-2021

Big welcome to the new Board with Claire Nullmeyer as President. Chris Hackett as President-Elect. Susan Dale as Advisor. Along with Anne Lupica, Susan Howard, Diana Smith, Linda Fritsch, and Cindy Tidwell-Shelton, they work together to direct the Historical League events and promote AZ Heritage Center. Recognition luncheon and Award ceremony was held at Scott Resort in Scottsdale.