Tubac Presidio State Historic Park and Museum

09/08/2026

🎶 An Evening with Sarah McQuaid 🎶
Join acclaimed singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Sarah McQuaid for an unforgettable evening of lush vocals, masterful musicianship, and heartfelt storytelling. Blending folk, blues, and atmospheric sounds, Sarah’s captivating performance will inspire, move, and connect.

✨ Enjoy light bites and refreshments while you take in an incredible night of live music!

Come for the music, stay for the experience. 💛

07/20/2026

🌟 Voting starts today! 🌟

Help the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park & Museum earn the title of Best Local Attraction (Cultural/Visitor)! 🏛️❤️

🗳️ Vote every day through August 2 and show your support for one of Santa Cruz County's favorite historic destinations.

Every vote makes a difference—thank you for helping the Tubac Presidio shine! ✨

🌟 ¡La votación comienza hoy! 🌟

¡Ayuda al Parque Histórico Estatal y Museo Presidio de Tubac a obtener el reconocimiento como la Mejor Atracción Local (Cultural/Turística)! 🏛️❤️

🗳️ Vota todos los días hasta el 2 de agosto y demuestra tu apoyo a uno de los destinos históricos favoritos del Condado de Santa Cruz.

¡Cada voto cuenta! Gracias por ayudar a que el Presidio de Tubac siga brillando. ✨

Email from Tubac Chamber of Commerce See who's nominated and help celebrate the businesses that make Tubac exceptional.   TubacAZ.com Events Members Let's Help Tubac Shine in the 2026 Bes

07/09/2026

🏛️✨We have exciting news to share about the future of Arizona's first State Park! 🌵

Learn more about this new chapter in the Nogales International: https://www.nogalesinternational.com/news/tubac-presidio-begins-year-long-transition-back-to-the-state/article_e5ef604c-346b-5e9c-9b24-f434d4d198cd.html

The Friends of the Tubac Presidio will continue to play a vital role in supporting our mission. Through a strengthened partnership with Arizona State Parks and Trails and the transfer of daily operations, we're creating new opportunities for growth, expanded programs, engaging events, and enhanced visitor experiences.

We look forward to building on the Presidio's legacy while creating even more meaningful ways to connect our community with Arizona's rich history. 🤝

Stay connected! Subscribe to our monthly newsletter at the bottom of our homepage to receive the latest news, events, and updates:
https://www.tubacpresidio.org/

🏛️✨¡Tenemos noticias muy emocionantes para compartir sobre el futuro del primer Parque Estatal de Arizona! 🌵

Conozca más sobre este nuevo capítulo en el Nogales International:
https://www.nogalesinternational.com/news/tubac-presidio-begins-year-long-transition-back-to-the-state/article_e5ef604c-346b-5e9c-9b24-f434d4d198cd.html

Los Amigos del Presidio de Tubac seguirán desempeñando un papel fundamental en el apoyo a nuestra misión. A través de una alianza fortalecida con Arizona State Parks and Trails y la transferencia de las operaciones diarias, estamos creando nuevas oportunidades para el crecimiento, la ampliación de programas, la realización de eventos y el enriquecimiento de la experiencia de nuestros visitantes.

Esperamos seguir construyendo sobre el legado del Presidio y crear aún más oportunidades significativas para conectar a nuestra comunidad con la rica historia de Arizona. 🤝

¡Manténgase conectado! Suscríbase a nuestro boletín mensual al final de nuestro sitio web para recibir las últimas noticias, información sobre eventos y novedades:
https://www.tubacpresidio.org/

07/07/2026

The last fireworks may have faded, but the celebration of America's 250th anniversary is just beginning! 🇺🇸✨

The story continues at the Tubac Presidio with our newest exhibit, "Secret Ally to the Colonists: Spain's Role in the American Revolution," now on display in the Griffin Museum. Discover the often-overlooked story of Spain's critical support for the American colonies and gain a deeper understanding of the international alliances that helped shape our nation's history.

Plan your visit and learn more: https://www.tubacpresidio.org/visit

Los fuegos artificiales ya terminaron, ¡pero la celebración del 250.º aniversario de los Estados Unidos apenas comienza! 🇺🇸✨

La historia continúa en el Presidio de Tubac con nuestra más reciente exposición, "Aliado Secreto de los Colonos: El Papel de España en la Revolución Americana," ahora en exhibición en el Museo Griffin.

Descubra la historia, a menudo poco conocida, del apoyo decisivo que España brindó a las colonias americanas y conozca mejor las alianzas internacionales que contribuyeron a forjar la historia de nuestra nación.

Planifique su visita y obtenga más información:
https://www.tubacpresidio.org/visit

07/04/2026

Such a great 4th of July thank you to everyone who came 🙏 and a huge thanks to Tubac Chamber Of Commerce [email protected] and everyone who made this event possible. Can’t wait to see you next year 🥳🇺🇸

¡Qué increíble 4 de Julio! 🇺🇸🙏 Muchísimas gracias a todos los que vinieron y un agradecimiento muy especial a Tubac Chamber Of Commerce, [email protected] y a todas las personas que hicieron posible este evento. ¡No puedo esperar para verlos el próximo año! 🥳🇺🇸

06/30/2026

🐴It's such an exciting year! Swing by and learn something new! https://www.tubacpresidio.org/visit ¡Es un año muy emocionante! ¡Pásate y aprende algo nuevo! https://www.tubacpresidio.org/es/visit 🤓

As we reflect on our nation's history this week, it's interesting to remember that nearly 250 years ago another important journey was taking place here in the Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area!

While events leading up to the American Revolution were unfolding on the East Coast, the 1775–1776 Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail Expedition was traveling through this region, bringing more than 240 settlers from present-day Mexico to help establish San Francisco.

Today, you can still experience this history by visiting sites along the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail, including Tubac Presidio State Historic Park and Museum, Tumacácori National Historical Park, Historic Canoa Ranch Pima County, and Patronato San Xavier. These places help preserve the stories of the Spanish and Mexican Frontier and the history that continues to shape the Santa Cruz Valley today.

Use our Interactive Heritage Experiences Map to plan your visits along the trail!: https://santacruzheritage.org/heritage-experiences/interactive-map/

📸Photo Credit: Patrick Christman

Visit Nogales-Santa Cruz County, Visit Tucson, Visit Tubac

06/27/2026

Oldie but a goldie. ❤️ Although this video is 11 years old, the history and stories it shares about the Presidio are just as meaningful today. It’s also a wonderful opportunity to hear from the late Shaw Kinsley and honor his lasting contribution to preserving the Presidio’s history.

Un clásico que nunca pasa de moda. ❤️ Aunque este video tiene 11 años, la historia y los relatos que comparte sobre el Presidio siguen siendo tan significativos hoy como entonces. También es una hermosa oportunidad para escuchar al fallecido Shaw Kinsley y honrar su legado y su valiosa contribución a la preservación de la historia del Presidio.

06/18/2026

🎟️Don't forget to sign up for the Tubac Historical Society's event next week. We'll see you in the Schoolhouse! 🏫

🎟️No olvides inscribirte en el evento de la Sociedad Histórica de Tubac la próxima semana. ¡Nos vemos en la Escuela!🏫

Thursday, June 25th, 10:00 am to 11:00 am – at Tubac Presidio’s Old Schoolhouse – "Spain and the American Rev - Looking Back at State Secrets from 250 Years Later” a presentation by Phil Halpenny and Dan Judkins.

A fascinating part of history you may have never heard of before, including Anza collecting a “donativo” throughout New Mexico in support of the American Colonists, Franklin’s Glass Armonica musical instrument, Ben Franklin’s secret negotiations with Spain in Paris, many shiploads of military arms and equipment, and Bernardo de Gálvez.

🎟️Your $15 ticket includes all-day entrance into the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park and Museum.

🎟️Ticket link in comments.

06/02/2026

🗣️We’re committed to making our park’s stories more accessible to everyone. Thanks to grant funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, visitors can now view our website in Spanish. Use the language selector in the top left corner to explore the park’s unique history in your preferred language.✨

If you notice mistakes or have suggestions for improvements, please email [email protected]✉️

🗣️Nos comprometemos a hacer que las historias de nuestro parque sean más accesibles para todos. Gracias a una subvención del Institute of Museum and Library Services, los visitantes ahora pueden ver nuestro sitio web en español. Utilice el selector de idioma en la esquina superior izquierda para explorar la historia única del parque en el idioma de su preferencia.✨

Si encuentra errores o tiene sugerencias para mejorar la traducción, por favor envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected].✉️