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History is all around us. After visiting the Pusch House Museum in the morning, why not head out to the Oracle Historical Society's presentation of the early years of one of Oracle's pioneer residents, William “Bill” Huggett. Bill Huggett was an early Arizona trail and tour guide, dude ranch operator, and purchased the 36,000-acre Oracle … Continue reading Special Event at ORACLE Historical Society
The historic Steam Pump Ranch in Oro Valley will be the starting point for this year’s Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation Spring Home Tour on Saturday, May 10. Celebrating its 40th anniversary, the Foundation has arranged a self-guided tour of historic ranches, dating from the 1800’s to the 1940’s that have never been featured on any … Continue reading Historic Ranches of North Tucson and Oracle Tour Presented by Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation
See Watering the Cattle and More!Experience a glimpse of life at Steam Pump Ranch in the late 1800s through Watering the Cattle, a lively painting by local artist Dan Hoffbauer. Explore Dan’s stunning exhibit of desert landscapes now on display at the Oro Valley Public Library through July 15, 2025. Meet the Artist!Watch Dan bring … Continue reading Artist Exhibit – You Have to See This Painting – Watering the Cattle!
See Watering the Cattle and More! Experience a glimpse of life at Steam Pump Ranch in the late 1800s through Watering the Cattle, a lively painting by local artist Dan Hoffbauer. Explore Dan’s stunning exhibit of desert landscapes now on display at the Oro Valley Public Library through July 15, 2025. Meet the Artist! Watch … Continue reading Artist Exhibit – You Have to See This Painting – Watering the Cattle!
Celebrate the Launch of the new OVHS Website! We've got a new website, a fresh look, and a whole new vibe - and we can't wait to share it with you! Join us for a special presentation and walkthrough of the new Oro Valley Historical Society website. We'll show you how to navigate the site … Continue reading OVHS Website Orientation
Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Gap Ministries by hosting a clothing drive every Saturday for four weeks at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. Saturdays only: September 13, 20, 27, and October 4. Urgent Need: Boys’ and girls’ pants and shorts (sizes 6–16), new … Continue reading Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Clothing Drive for Gap Ministries
Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Gap Ministries by hosting a clothing drive every Saturday for four weeks at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. Saturdays only: September 13, 20, 27, and October 4. Urgent Need: Boys’ and girls’ pants and shorts (sizes 6–16), new … Continue reading Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Clothing Drive for Gap Ministries
Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Gap Ministries by hosting a clothing drive every Saturday for four weeks at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. Saturdays only: September 13, 20, 27, and October 4. Urgent Need: Boys’ and girls’ pants and shorts (sizes 6–16), new … Continue reading Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Clothing Drive for Gap Ministries
Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We're partnering with Interfaith Community Services (ICS) to host a one-day food drive on Saturday, October 4th at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. What to Donate Holiday Items: Instant, canned, or fresh potatoes and yams Cranberry sauce Canned veggies, especially green … Continue reading Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Food Drive for ICS
Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Gap Ministries by hosting a clothing drive every Saturday for four weeks at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. Saturdays only: September 13, 20, 27, and October 4. Urgent Need: Boys’ and girls’ pants and shorts (sizes 6–16), new … Continue reading Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Clothing Drive for Gap Ministries
Win Big with the Jim Click Millions for Tucson Raffle! Come see the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige—the grand prize car—on display at Steam Pump Ranch from 9 AM to noon on Saturday, October 11, 2025! 🎟️ Purchase raffle tickets at the OVHS booth during the Farmers Market or inside the Pusch House Museum … Continue reading See the Car You Could Win – Oct 11 at Steam Pump Ranch!
Join the Oro Valley Historical Society (OVHS) in supporting our community! We’re partnering with Gap Ministries by hosting a clothing drive every Saturday for four weeks at the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. Every Saturday in October!! Urgent Need: Boys’ and girls’ pants and shorts (sizes 6–16), new or gently used. Please focus … Continue reading Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Clothing Drive for Gap Ministries