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SUMMARY:Oro Valley Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:OVHS Board Meetings are open to the public and are usually held the 4th Thursday of every month at 2:00pm at the Oro Valley Public Library. \nAll are welcome to bring your ideas for exhibits\, fundraisers\, community engagement\, and how to Keep Oro Valley History Alive!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oro-valley-historical-society-board-meeting-8/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja Dr.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T200440Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Exhibit: The Society Begins!
DESCRIPTION:Oro Valley Historical Society’s History 2005- 2025 along with Jim Kriegh’s Meteorite Collection!\nJoin us at the Pusch House Museum as the Oro Valley Historical Society honors two decades of dedicated volunteers who have brought Steam Pump Ranch—the Heart of Oro Valley—to life. Discover stories\, tours\, and programs that keep Oro Valley history alive for residents\, visitors\, and future generations. \nTwink Monrad and Jim Kriegh Examining Meteorites \nA Sample of Jim Kriegh’s Meteorites Displayed at the Pusch House Museum \nYou’ll also discover a special feature highlighting Oro Valley Town founder Jim Kriegh’s fascinating space rock collection—meteorites! \nCheck out The Beginning: Oro Valley Historical Society by Pat Spoerl — one of the founders of OVHS.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/museum-exhibit-the-society-begins/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T103000
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SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk at Steam Pump Ranch: 2nd Tour @ 10:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a 60-minute gentle walk around the grounds of Steam Pump Ranch where our naturalist\, Paul Canez\, shares interesting and fascinating facts/stories about our unique desert environment. Learn specifically about the unique vegetation of the Sonoran Desert\, which will include a tour of the Heritage Garden\, where you will learn about the plants being grown that have sustained native peoples for thousands of years. Visit a re-created pit house and explore the many means they used to produce and store food while understanding how they lived\, thrived\, and survived in our amazing desert.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/guided-nature-walk-at-steam-pump-ranch-2nd-tour-1030-am-2/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T101500
DTSTAMP:20260313T213156Z
CREATED:20250829T211927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T213156Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk at Steam Pump Ranch: 1st Tour @ 9:15 am
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a 60-minute gentle walk around the grounds of Steam Pump Ranch where our naturalist\, Paul Canez\, shares interesting and fascinating facts/stories about our unique desert environment. Learn specifically about the unique vegetation of the Sonoran Desert\, which will include a tour of the Heritage Garden\, where you will learn about the plants being grown that have sustained native peoples for thousands of years. Visit a re-created pit house and explore the many means they used to produce and store food while understanding how they lived\, thrived\, and survived in our amazing desert.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/guided-nature-walk-at-steam-pump-ranch-first-tour-915-am/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T120000
DTSTAMP:20251002T205703Z
CREATED:20251001T191006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205703Z
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SUMMARY:Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Clothing Drive for Gap Ministries
DESCRIPTION: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!! \nUrgent Need: Boys’ and girls’ pants and shorts (sizes 6–16)\, new or gently used.  Please focus on these specific items.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/nonprofits-helping-nonprofits-ovhs-hosts-a-clothing-drive-for-gap-ministries-2/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gap Ministries":MAILTO:info@gapmin.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T120000
DTSTAMP:20250912T205739Z
CREATED:20250707T185846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T205739Z
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SUMMARY:See the Car You Could Win – Oct 11 at Steam Pump Ranch!
DESCRIPTION:Win Big with the Jim Click Millions for Tucson Raffle!\nCome 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! \n🎟️ Purchase raffle tickets at the OVHS booth during the Farmers Market or inside the Pusch House Museum (free tours available!). Can’t make it that day? Buy online anytime until November 30th.  The drawing will be held December 11\, 2025. \nPurchase Tickets to Win a 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige\, Plane Tickets or Cash! \nYou could win one of these great prizes: \n\n\n\n2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige\nTwo First-Class Round-Trip Airline Tickets Anywhere in the World (restrictions apply)\n$5\,000 in cash\n\n\n\nTickets: $25 each or 5 for $100\nAvailable every Saturday from September 6 – November 22. \nVisit Millions for Tucson for raffle rules and more information. \n💯 Best part? The Oro Valley Historical Society keeps 100% of the proceeds!\nSupport local history—and maybe win big—by purchasing your ticket today! \nWhile there\, stop by the Pusch House Museum to see our current exhibit\, Restoring the Past.\nDiscover the story behind Steam Pump Ranch before it became town property — and the remarkable effort it took to bring its historic buildings back to life.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/win-big-with-the-jim-click-millions-for-tucson-raffle/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T160000
DTSTAMP:20251002T224748Z
CREATED:20250826T220711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T224748Z
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SUMMARY:OVHS Speakers Series: The History of the Empire Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Join Marti Conroy of Empire Ranch Foundation as she shares the history of the Empire Ranch from the purchase by Walter Vail to the present. \nAnd learn more about their upcoming Cowboy Festival on November 1st! \n 
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/ovhs-speakers-series-the-history-of-the-empire-ranch/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja Dr.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:OVHS Speaker's Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Empire Ranch Foundation":MAILTO:admin@empireranchfoundation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T120000
DTSTAMP:20251002T205959Z
CREATED:20250717T203420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205959Z
UID:1807-1759568400-1759579200@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Food Drive for ICS
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhat to Donate \nHoliday Items: \n\nInstant\, canned\, or fresh potatoes and yams\nCranberry sauce\nCanned veggies\, especially green beans and corn\nBoxed and bagged stuffing mix\nBoxed baking mixes (Bisquick\, Jiffy)\nGravy mix or canned gravy\nCanned pumpkin\nCream of mushroom soup\n\nPantry Staples \n\nPeanut butter\nCanned meat: tuna\, chicken\, Spam\, etc.\nMeals in pop-top cans: chill\, ravioli\, etc.\nCanned pasta sauce (no glass\, please)\nPasta\nCanned fruit & veggies\n\nNote: While ICS’s food drive runs throughout the month of October\, they will only be collecting donations at Steam Pump Ranch on Saturday\, October 4th. To donate at any other time\, please contact ICS directly.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/nonprofits-helping-nonprofits-ovhs-hosts-a-food-drive-for-ics/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Interfaith Community Services (ICS)":MAILTO:ekillian@icstucson.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T170000
DTSTAMP:20250606T195824Z
CREATED:20250524T032400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T195824Z
UID:1183-1758808800-1758819600@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Oro Valley Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:OVHS Board Meetings are open to the public and are usually held the 4th Thursday of every month at 2:00pm at the Oro Valley Public Library. \nAll are welcome to bring your ideas for exhibits\, fundraisers\, community engagement\, and how to Keep Oro Valley History Alive!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oro-valley-historical-society-board-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja Dr.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T140000
DTSTAMP:20251002T224942Z
CREATED:20250821T153705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T224942Z
UID:2084-1758718800-1758722400@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:OVHS Speaker's Series: Discovering the Gold Basin Meteorites: Unearthing Cosmic Treasures
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Oro Valley Public Library for a fascinating presentation by Twink Monrad\, Lifetime Oro Valley Historical Society Supporter and Board Member\, as she recounts her adventures with Jim Kriegh\, the “Father of Oro Valley\,” in the search for meteorites in the Gold Basin of Mohave County. This region\, long known for its gold veins\, revealed an astonishing treasure: previously undiscovered meteorites. \nTwink will be joined by Dr. Larry Lebofsky\, Senior Education and Communication Specialist with the Planetary Science Institute. Dr. Lebofsky brings a wealth of expertise\, including roles with the Vatican Observatory Research Group and the Vatican Observatory Foundation. \nLearn how this discovery sparked scientific interest from the University of Arizona\, leading to classification and mapping efforts that continue to inform planetary science today. \nLearn more about this adventure and the meteorite display at the Pusch House Museum.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/ovhs-speakers-series-discovering-the-gold-basin-meteorites-unearthing-cosmic-treasures/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja Dr.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:OVHS Speaker's Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T120000
DTSTAMP:20251002T205818Z
CREATED:20250829T224635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205818Z
UID:2167-1757754000-1757764800@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofits Helping Nonprofits: OVHS Hosts a Clothing Drive for Gap Ministries
DESCRIPTION: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. \nUrgent Need: Boys’ and girls’ pants and shorts (sizes 6–16)\, new or gently used.  Please focus on these specific items. \n  \n 
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/nonprofits-helping-nonprofits-ovhs-hosts-a-clothing-drive-for-gap-ministries/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gap Ministries":MAILTO:info@gapmin.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T113000
DTSTAMP:20250829T212346Z
CREATED:20250829T212346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T212346Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk at Steam Pump Ranch: 2nd Tour @ 10:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a 60-minute gentle walk around the grounds of Steam Pump Ranch where our naturalist\, Paul Canez\, shares interesting and fascinating facts/stories about our unique desert environment. Learn specifically about the unique vegetation of the Sonoran Desert\, which will include a tour of the Heritage Garden\, where you will learn about the plants being grown that have sustained native peoples for thousands of years. Visit a re-created pit house and explore the many means they used to produce and store food while understanding how they lived\, thrived\, and survived in our amazing desert.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/guided-nature-walk-at-steam-pump-ranch-2nd-tour-1030-am/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T101500
DTSTAMP:20250901T162323Z
CREATED:20250901T162323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T162323Z
UID:2182-1757150100-1757153700@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk at Steam Pump Ranch: 1st Tour @ 9:15 am
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a 60-minute gentle walk around the grounds of Steam Pump Ranch where our naturalist\, Paul Canez\, shares interesting and fascinating facts/stories about our unique desert environment. Learn specifically about the unique vegetation of the Sonoran Desert\, which will include a tour of the Heritage Garden\, where you will learn about the plants being grown that have sustained native peoples for thousands of years. Visit a re-created pit house and explore the many means they used to produce and store food while understanding how they lived\, thrived\, and survived in our amazing desert.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/guided-nature-walk-at-steam-pump-ranch-1st-tour-915-am/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T120000
DTSTAMP:20250821T195955Z
CREATED:20250821T195955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T195955Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Exhibit: Restoring the Past
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL museum Exhibit – Sept 6 – Oct 11 – Restoring the past\nProcter-Leiber House Second Story Collapse in 2008 \nDiscover the story behind Steam Pump Ranch before it became town property — and the remarkable effort it took to bring its historic buildings back to life. This exhibit highlights the vision\, persuasion\, and countless hours of work by volunteers and Town staff who preserved this community treasure. See how it all unfolded!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/museum-exhibit-restoring-the-past/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T170000
DTSTAMP:20250606T200033Z
CREATED:20250524T032242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T200033Z
UID:1181-1756389600-1756400400@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Oro Valley Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:OVHS Board Meetings are open to the public and are usually held the 4th Thursday of every month at 2:00pm at the Oro Valley Public Library. \nAll are welcome to bring your ideas for exhibits\, fundraisers\, community engagement\, and how to Keep Oro Valley History Alive!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oro-valley-historical-society-board-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja Dr.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250818T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250818T143000
DTSTAMP:20250821T155314Z
CREATED:20250801T195953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T155314Z
UID:1973-1755522000-1755527400@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:OVHS Website Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Launch of the new OVHS Website!\nWe’ve got a new website\, a fresh look\, and a whole new vibe – and we can’t wait to share it with you! \nJoin us for a special presentation and walkthrough of the new Oro Valley Historical Society website.  We’ll show you how to navigate the site and discover everything it has to offer – from local history and legends to notable characters\, walking tours\, and even how you can share our own stories. \nCome explore the digital side of Oro Valley’s past – see what’s new\, ask questions\, and get inspired!  To save a space or to be contacted for future classes\, Contact Us!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/ovhs-website-orientation/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja Dr.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T170000
DTSTAMP:20250606T200129Z
CREATED:20250524T032037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T200129Z
UID:1179-1753365600-1753376400@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Oro Valley Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:OVHS Board Meetings are open to the public and are usually held the 4th Thursday of every month at 2:00pm at the Oro Valley Public Library. \nAll are welcome to bring your ideas for exhibits\, fundraisers\, community engagement\, and how to Keep Oro Valley History Alive!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oro-valley-historical-society-board-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja Dr.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T170000
DTSTAMP:20250609T232003Z
CREATED:20250524T030842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T232003Z
UID:1168-1751464800-1751475600@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Oro Valley Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Typically\, OVHS Board Meetings are open to the public and are usually held the 4th Thursday of every month at 2:00pm at the Oro Valley Public Library. \nHowever\, due to scheduling conflicts\, this meeting is moved from June 26th to July 2 and will be held in the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch. \nAll are welcome to bring your ideas for exhibits\, fundraisers\, community engagement\, and how to Keep Oro Valley History Alive!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oro-valley-historical-society-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T130000
DTSTAMP:20250606T211313Z
CREATED:20250606T211037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T211313Z
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SUMMARY:Artist Exhibit - You Have to See This Painting - Watering the Cattle!
DESCRIPTION:See Watering the Cattle and More!\nExperience 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. \nMeet the Artist!\nWatch Dan bring a new project to life during live painting sessions at the library:\n🖌️ Saturday\, June 7th | 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM\n🖌️ Saturday\, June 21st | 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM \nLearn more about Dan Hoffbauer’s artistic journey in the Pima County Public Library’s blog: Art Exhibit: Dan Hoffbauer.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/artist-exhibit-you-have-to-see-this-painting-watering-the-cattle-2/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja Dr.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement,Exhibits
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T130000
DTSTAMP:20250606T211240Z
CREATED:20250606T210723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T211240Z
UID:1287-1749292200-1749301200@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Artist Exhibit - You Have to See This Painting - Watering the Cattle!
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMeet the Artist!Watch Dan bring a new project to life during live painting sessions at the library:🖌️ Saturday\, June 7th | 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM🖌️ Saturday\, June 21st | 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM \nLearn more about Dan Hoffbauer’s artistic journey in the Pima County Public Library’s blog: Art Exhibit: Dan Hoffbauer. \n 
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/artist-exhibit-you-have-to-see-this-painting-watering-the-cattle/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja Dr.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement,Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T170000
DTSTAMP:20250606T200346Z
CREATED:20250524T031329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T200346Z
UID:1173-1747922400-1747933200@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Oro Valley Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:OVHS Board Meetings are open to the public and are usually held the 4th Thursday of every month at 2:00pm at the Oro Valley Public Library. \nAll are welcome to bring your ideas for exhibits\, fundraisers\, community engagement\, and how to Keep Oro Valley History Alive!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oro-valley-historical-society-board-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja Dr.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T120000
DTSTAMP:20250421T221308Z
CREATED:20250421T215329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T221308Z
UID:931-1746867600-1746878400@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Historic Ranches of North Tucson and Oracle Tour Presented by Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCelebrating 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 of their annual tours. Attendees will see exceptional examples of Arizona ranches that helped shape the architectural and cultural identity of the Southwest on an unforgettable journey through Arizona’s past. \nRegistrants will pick up a map\, wristband\, and shoe covers at the registration table in front of the Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch anytime between 9 a.m. and noon. \nOVHS docents will provide information about the Ranch – the buildings\, past residents\, heritage gardens\, historical aspects of the ranch\, and why it is called Steam Pump Ranch! \nOn that day from 8 a.m. – noon\, the Heirloom Farmers’ Market and the Makers’ Market will also be available to visitors to the Ranch. \nHome Tour signs will guide visitors to the check in point in front of the museum for the Historic Home Tour\, and you will have the opportunity to shop for fresh foods and locally made crafts while at the Ranch before you start your journey to Oracle.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/historic-ranches-of-north-tucson-and-oracle-tour-presented-by-tucson-historic-preservation-foundation/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement,Walking Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation":MAILTO:info@preservetucson.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T170000
DTSTAMP:20250409T230057Z
CREATED:20250409T203656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T230057Z
UID:826-1745679600-1745686800@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Special Event at ORACLE Historical Society
DESCRIPTION: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 area 3C ranch properties in 1924. \n3:00 PM\, Saturday\, April 26 at the Oracle Historical Society Acadia Ranch Museum\, 825 E. Mt. Lemmon Highway\, Oracle\, AZ. Reservations are not required. A donation of $5 is suggested for non-OHS members.  \nContact oraclehistoricalsociety.org for more details.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/special-event-at-oracle-historical-society/
LOCATION:Oracle Historical Society\, 825 E Mt Lemmon Highway\, Oracle\, AZ\, 85623\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
ORGANIZER;CN="Oracle Historical Society":MAILTO:ohs@oraclehistoricalsociety.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T170000
DTSTAMP:20250524T032946Z
CREATED:20250524T031640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T032946Z
UID:1175-1745503200-1745514000@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Oro Valley Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:OVHS Board Meetings are open to the public and are usually held the 4th Thursday of every month at 2:00pm at the Oro Valley Public Library. \nAll are welcome to bring your ideas for exhibits\, fundraisers\, community engagement\, and how to Keep Oro Valley History Alive!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oro-valley-historical-society-board-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja Dr.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250419T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250419T113000
DTSTAMP:20250826T191621Z
CREATED:20250413T154030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T191621Z
UID:871-1745058600-1745062200@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk at Steam Pump Ranch - 10:30am
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a 60-minute gentle walk around the grounds of Steam Pump Ranch where our naturalist\, Paul Canez\, shares interesting and fascinating facts/stories about our unique desert environment and what makes it so special.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/walking-tours-at-steam-pump-ranch-2-3/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250419T091500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250419T101500
DTSTAMP:20250826T191603Z
CREATED:20250413T153935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T191603Z
UID:869-1745054100-1745057700@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk at Steam Pump Ranch - 9:15am
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a 60-minute gentle walk around the grounds of Steam Pump Ranch where our naturalist\, Paul Canez\, shares interesting and fascinating facts/stories about our unique desert environment and what makes it so special.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/walking-tours-at-steam-pump-ranch-2-2/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250419T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250419T120000
DTSTAMP:20250627T223858Z
CREATED:20250411T152617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T223858Z
UID:845-1745053200-1745064000@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Historic Route 80/Oracle Road – Our Town’s Main Street
DESCRIPTION:Discover this historic significance of Oracle Road/Historic Route 80. \nCan you imagine that the Oracle Road that we drive on almost every day was not paved until the 1930’s? \nCome find out about this major artery’s history.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oracle-road-historic-route-80-oracle-road-our-towns-main-street-2-3/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250413T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250413T183000
DTSTAMP:20250411T152708Z
CREATED:20250403T045830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T152708Z
UID:710-1744558200-1744569000@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:A Taste of Oro Valley
DESCRIPTION:Attending the Oro Valley Rotary event? \nOVHS will open the Pusch House Museum to complement the music\, food\, drinks\, and fun! \nWander over!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/a-taste-of-oro-valley/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250412T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250412T170000
DTSTAMP:20250413T150302Z
CREATED:20250403T045243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T150302Z
UID:691-1744466400-1744477200@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Oro Valley
DESCRIPTION:Visit our booth to learn about OVHS and share your Oro Valley memories!
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/celebrate-oro-valley/
LOCATION:James D. Kriegh Park\, 23 W. Calle Concordia\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250412T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250412T120000
DTSTAMP:20250627T223954Z
CREATED:20250411T151808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T223954Z
UID:839-1744448400-1744459200@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Historic Route 80/Oracle Road – Our Town’s Main Street
DESCRIPTION:Discover this historic significance of Oracle Road/Historic Route 80. \nCan you imagine that the Oracle Road that we drive on almost every day was not paved until the 1930’s? \nCome find out about this major artery’s history.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oracle-road-historic-route-80-oracle-road-our-towns-main-street-2-2/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/8a14fe1b-ead2-4cd9-b64e-8988fe3bb0fe-AZ_US_80_sign.webp
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