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Parents often instruct their children not to touch anything, but the I.D.E.A. Museum encourages kids to reach out and touch as much as they want. This art center is designed for children and offers a range of exhibits and attractions that are frequently changed, so you can visit often and always discover something new. It is one of only two facilities in the country, making it the perfect place to foster your children's creativity. The museum offers hands-on activities, art exhibitions for kids of all ages, and programs for the entire family. Its mission is to inspire visitors to see the world differently. Therefore, it promotes early learning, nurtures creative thinking, and engages families in quality experiences.

Don't let the exterior of Beyond Expression Antiques fool you. Despite having an unassuming simple adobe exterior, a fascinating world of antiques awaits to be discovered once you step through the door. You will be immediately impressed with the selection of vintage and Victorian furniture that the shop carries that are made up of Eastlake, Rococo and Renaissance pieces. You will also find a stunning selection of vintage glass, silver, and porcelain that include works by Galle, Loetz, and Tiffany.

In a world where art continues to be created with the help of a computer, it is refreshing to see artisans who use basic materials to construct something truly memorable. While many of these individuals use various materials to create their art, the ones who are well versed in the practice of woodcarving are the stars whose work is celebrated every year in Mesa at the Annual Desert Woodcarving Show and Sale. This art festival of sorts features wood sculptures by some of the most talented local, regional and national woodcarvers who all convene for this very popular annual event held every February.

Get an amazingly unique historical perspective of Mesa and its surrounding area when you book your spot on the Apache Trail Tour. The excursion features a rollicking jeep ride that moves along the rugged trail into the Superstition Mountains. The basic tour lasts about two hours but there are longer packages available that include gold panning and even full day adventures that allow you to spend more time in some of the area's most beautifully scenic landscapes.