The Art Institute Of Phoenix

Enjoy an entertainment experience that spans generations at the Phoenix Theatre. As one of the oldest arts organizations in the country, this theater boasts a heavyweight reputation for delivering quality productions that are sure to please audiences of all ages. There's something for everyone at the Phoenix Theatre, with different programs and performance areas available. The Mainstage features professional adult theater productions, while the Cookie Company offers family-friendly shows for youth. Additionally, PT Connections: Education & Outreach takes theater beyond the stage and into outside organizations. The Phoenix Theatre Academy is the perfect place for aspiring performers to improve their skills. For a unique experience, the New Works Festival showcases plays as playwrights and performers are developing them.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city by taking a self-guided quarter-mile nature trail that features over 1,500 recorded petroglyphs on nearly 600 boulders, native desert plants, and animals in their natural habitat at the Deer Valley Petroglyph Preserve. The preserve also has historical research data and displays of ongoing Southwest archaeology research by ASU faculty and students. The museum, gallery, trail, and free audio tour are available for the petroglyph trail. The university has been operating, protecting, and preserving the site since 1994, and there are plenty of opportunities to explore and learn more about the area and indigenous cultures through guided tours, publications, and ongoing lecture series.

Ready for an exciting and educational activity in Phoenix? Check out the Rosson House Museum, where this beautifully restored Victorian-style home was built in 1895 and served as a residence for its owners and boarders during Arizona's territorial days. The 2,800-square-foot mansion is a fully-restored Queen Anne Victorian house museum that offers guided tours to visitors. During the 60-minute time, you'll get to explore all living areas of the house and learn about the lifestyles of early Phoenix families. The Heritage Square Foundation is dedicated to preserving and sharing Heritage Square's stories, collections, historic buildings, and grounds. It is a relevant, engaging, inclusive community resource and a tangible connection to the diverse local history.