Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Natural history museum · Pima County

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"A museum featuring botanical gardens and prehistoric terrace systems for rainwater catchment, focusing on climate-smart crops."

In Tucson, the Food Reflects the City's Distinct Culture and Local Pride

2021 N Kinney Rd, Tucson, AZ 85743 Get directions

desertmuseum.org
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