Explore More: Out-and-About in Oro Valley

YES! OVHS’s Pusch House Museum is proudly located at Steam Pump Ranch, but our reach goes far beyond its historic fences.

Discover nearby hikes and trails, the multi-use loop, public art and sculptures, and other great spots just a short drive away!

So, get out, get moving — and help us Keep Oro Valley History Alive!

Have a story to tell? A photo to share? We’d love to hear from you!  Contact Us!

Arizona Fun Facts and Adventures

San Xavier del Bac Mission

Historic Canoa Ranch

Silver Bell Red Rock Regional Museum

Walking Tour: Self‑Guided History Hunt

Empire Ranch Foundation

San Manuel Historical Museum

Irish Cultural Center and McClelland Library

Oracle Historical Society

A Day Trip to St. Anthony’s Greek Orthodox Monastery and more!

Discover the Hohokam – Three Sites You Shouldn’t Miss

Johann “John” Zellweger – Pusch’s Partner in Building a Legacy

Catalina State Park: A Vision Realized

Walking Tour: Discover Florence’s Hidden History

Local Artist Dan Hoffbauer Wins SAAG Award (& Supports OVHS, too!)

Walking Tour: Locate Art Sculptures Throughout Steam Pump Ranch

Walking Tour: What are ALL Those Buildings at Steam Pump Ranch?

The History of Public Art in Oro Valley by Dick Eggerding

Oro Valley’s 1% for Public Art Program: Commercial Construction

Get the Scoop on the Huckelberry Loop!

Carlos Rivera: A Life of Hard Work, Family and Ranching

Public Art in Oro Valley: Gail Munden

Hike: Helpful Tips to Find the Honey Bee Canyon Petroglyphs

Gertrude Pusch: A Life Shaped by Steam Pump Ranch