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SUMMARY:OVHS Speaker’s Series: Sakellar + Savage = Sculptures
DESCRIPTION:a history of the artists behind the modern expression of the Oro Valley Country Club Estates architecture\nOro Valley Country Club Entrance Sakellar and Savage Sculpture \nOro Valley is known for its public art dotted across the town. Join OVHS and Michael Fassett\, President of the Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation\, for an informative session about Sakellar + Savage = Sculptures\, a history of the artists behind the modern expression of the Oro Valley Country Club Estates architecture. \nLearn more:\nOro Valley’s 1% for Public Art Program: Commercial Construction \nThe History of Public Art in Oro Valley by Dick Eggerding \n 
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/ovhs-speakers-series-sakellar-savage-sculptures/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja Dr.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:OVHS Speaker's Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T194337Z
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SUMMARY:Semiquincentennial and Town of Oro Valley
DESCRIPTION:Trace the nation’s evolution from 1901 to today and see how those sweeping changes set the stage for the founding of Oro Valley. From ranching roots to a thriving town\, explore the local stories that connect us to the broader American experience as we mark 250 years of U.S. history.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/semiquincentennial-and-town-of-oro-valley/2026-04-25/
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:20260423T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T170000
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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 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! \nMeet OVHS President\, Bob Kellar! \nWelcome to Oro Valley\, Arizona! \nMeet our Board of Directors & Committee Chairs.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oro-valley-historical-society-board-meeting-4/2026-04-23/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20260313T191419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T191722Z
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SUMMARY:Discovering the Gold Basin Meteorites: Unearthing Cosmic Treasures
DESCRIPTION:Our very own Twink Monrad is sharing her passion with the Oracle Historical Society 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. This discovery sparked scientific interest from the University of Arizona\, leading to classification and mapping efforts that continue to inform planetary science today. Acadia Ranch Museum\, 825 E. Mt. Lemmon Hwy.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/discovering-the-gold-basin-meteorites-unearthing-cosmic-treasures-2/
LOCATION:Oracle Historical Society\, 825 E Mt Lemmon Highway\, Oracle\, AZ\, 85623\, United States
CATEGORIES:OVHS Speaker's Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251125T194337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T194337Z
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SUMMARY:Semiquincentennial and Town of Oro Valley
DESCRIPTION:Trace the nation’s evolution from 1901 to today and see how those sweeping changes set the stage for the founding of Oro Valley. From ranching roots to a thriving town\, explore the local stories that connect us to the broader American experience as we mark 250 years of U.S. history.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/semiquincentennial-and-town-of-oro-valley/2026-04-18/
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:20260411T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T113000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20250901T162015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T213324Z
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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-2/2026-04-11/
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:20260411T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T101500
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
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/2026-04-11/
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:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T120000
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SUMMARY:Donation Drive for Heritage Garden at Steam Pump Ranch
DESCRIPTION:We’re gearing up for a donation drive on April 11\, 2026\, to support our Heritage Garden!\nHelp our garden thrive and continue growing!  We’re looking for cash\, gift card donations\, and items needed to nurture and beautify our garden at Steam Pump Ranch. \n \n \n  \nClick here to access the interactive flyer or visit https://ovhistory.org/oro-valley-history/heritage-garden/ \nYour Donations Help These Projects Come to Life\nEvery contribution supports the continued growth and beauty of the Heritage Garden and surrounding spaces at Steam Pump Ranch. With your help\, we can: \n\nCreate a rose garden honoring Mathilda Pusch and the Procter Family\nContinue our organic gardening practices\nBeautify the area with new garden elements and peaceful seating spots\nGrow more plants\, herbs\, and crops\nEstablish a wildflower garden\nExpand our pollination garden\nPlant fruit trees\nAdd more native trees to support local wildlife\n\nEmail us at info@ovhistory.org — we’d love to hear from you.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/donation-drive-for-heritage-garden-at-steam-pump-ranch/
LOCATION:Heritage Garden at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Road\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Involvement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251125T194337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T194337Z
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SUMMARY:Semiquincentennial and Town of Oro Valley
DESCRIPTION:Trace the nation’s evolution from 1901 to today and see how those sweeping changes set the stage for the founding of Oro Valley. From ranching roots to a thriving town\, explore the local stories that connect us to the broader American experience as we mark 250 years of U.S. history.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/semiquincentennial-and-town-of-oro-valley/2026-04-11/
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:20260404T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251125T194337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T194337Z
UID:10000545-1775293200-1775304000@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Semiquincentennial and Town of Oro Valley
DESCRIPTION:Trace the nation’s evolution from 1901 to today and see how those sweeping changes set the stage for the founding of Oro Valley. From ranching roots to a thriving town\, explore the local stories that connect us to the broader American experience as we mark 250 years of U.S. history.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/semiquincentennial-and-town-of-oro-valley/2026-04-04/
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:20260328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251125T194337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T194337Z
UID:10000544-1774688400-1774699200@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Semiquincentennial and Town of Oro Valley
DESCRIPTION:Trace the nation’s evolution from 1901 to today and see how those sweeping changes set the stage for the founding of Oro Valley. From ranching roots to a thriving town\, explore the local stories that connect us to the broader American experience as we mark 250 years of U.S. history.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/semiquincentennial-and-town-of-oro-valley/2026-03-28/
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:20260326T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20260227T181143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T181144Z
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SUMMARY:Oro Valley Historical Society Board Meeting - Annual Update 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 Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch.  This is our Annual Update Meeting is held every March. \nAll are welcome to bring your ideas for exhibits\, fundraisers\, community engagement\, and how to Keep Oro Valley History Alive! \nMeet OVHS President\, Bob Kellar! \nWelcome to Oro Valley\, Arizona! \nMeet our Board of Directors & Committee Chairs.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oro-valley-historical-society-board-meeting-4-4/
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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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251125T193828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T193828Z
UID:10000543-1774083600-1774094400@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Semiquincentennial and Arizona Statehood
DESCRIPTION:Travel through the pivotal years between 1775 and 1900 as America grew\, changed\, and pushed west. Learn how national events paved the way for Arizona’s unique path to statehood and uncover the people and moments that brought the Territory to life in the American imagination.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/semiquincentennial-and-arizona-statehood/2026-03-21/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T113000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20250901T162015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T213324Z
UID:10000489-1773484200-1773487800@ovhistory.org
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-2/2026-03-14/
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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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T101500
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
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/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Saguaro-Cactus-in-the-Sunset-Paul-Canez-scaled.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251125T193828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T193828Z
UID:10000542-1773478800-1773489600@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Semiquincentennial and Arizona Statehood
DESCRIPTION:Travel through the pivotal years between 1775 and 1900 as America grew\, changed\, and pushed west. Learn how national events paved the way for Arizona’s unique path to statehood and uncover the people and moments that brought the Territory to life in the American imagination.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/semiquincentennial-and-arizona-statehood/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251125T193828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T193828Z
UID:10000541-1772874000-1772884800@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Semiquincentennial and Arizona Statehood
DESCRIPTION:Travel through the pivotal years between 1775 and 1900 as America grew\, changed\, and pushed west. Learn how national events paved the way for Arizona’s unique path to statehood and uncover the people and moments that brought the Territory to life in the American imagination.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/semiquincentennial-and-arizona-statehood/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Arizona-Flag.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251125T193828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T193828Z
UID:10000540-1772269200-1772280000@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Semiquincentennial and Arizona Statehood
DESCRIPTION:Travel through the pivotal years between 1775 and 1900 as America grew\, changed\, and pushed west. Learn how national events paved the way for Arizona’s unique path to statehood and uncover the people and moments that brought the Territory to life in the American imagination.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/semiquincentennial-and-arizona-statehood/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Arizona-Flag.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20260128T181308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T181544Z
UID:10000504-1772116200-1772125200@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. \nNOTE:  February 26th begins at 2:30PM\nAll are welcome to bring your ideas for exhibits\, fundraisers\, community engagement\, and how to Keep Oro Valley History Alive! \nMeet OVHS President\, Bob Kellar! \nWelcome to Oro Valley\, Arizona! \nMeet our Board of Directors & Committee Chairs.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oro-valley-historical-society-board-meeting-4-3/
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:20260221T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251125T193828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T193828Z
UID:10000539-1771664400-1771675200@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Semiquincentennial and Arizona Statehood
DESCRIPTION:Travel through the pivotal years between 1775 and 1900 as America grew\, changed\, and pushed west. Learn how national events paved the way for Arizona’s unique path to statehood and uncover the people and moments that brought the Territory to life in the American imagination.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/semiquincentennial-and-arizona-statehood/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Arizona-Flag.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T113000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20250901T162015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T213324Z
UID:10000488-1771065000-1771068600@ovhistory.org
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-2/2026-02-14/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Saguaro-Cactus-in-the-Sunset-Paul-Canez-scaled.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T113000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20260128T203204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T170159Z
UID:10000556-1771061400-1771068600@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Hands-on Stone Tool–Making Demonstration at the Heritage Garden
DESCRIPTION:Lots of extra events hosted by your Oro Valley Historical Society on Valentine’s Day! \nCome on out to Steam Pump Ranch and discover all the things that OVHS has planned for you: \n\nAmerica’s Semiquincentennial exhibit\, 9am-noon\nA kitchen supply donation drive supporting Gap Ministries\, 9am-noon\nGuided nature walks beginning at 9:15am and 10:30am\n\n AND New on the 14th… \nJoin us in the Heritage Garden from 9:30–11:30 a.m. for a hands-on stone tool–making demonstration with archaeologist and garden volunteer John Barthelme. Using obsidian he provides (along with safety gear)\, kids can watch—and some may try—the ancient craft. Replica human and prehuman skulls and African animal bones will also be on display. Adults are welcome to observe and participate\, too. \nOur Tours and Museum visits are free\, but donations are greatly appreciated.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/hands-on-stone-tool-making-demonstration-at-the-heritage-garden/
LOCATION:Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T101500
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
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/2026-02-14/
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:20260214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251125T193213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T193213Z
UID:10000538-1771059600-1771070400@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:America's Semiquincentennial
DESCRIPTION:Discover America’s 250-year journey with a historic snapshot of the defining events that formed the nation.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/americas-semiquincentennial/2026-02-14/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Story-of-America-Blue-Book-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251125T193213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T193213Z
UID:10000537-1770454800-1770465600@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:America's Semiquincentennial
DESCRIPTION:Discover America’s 250-year journey with a historic snapshot of the defining events that formed the nation.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/americas-semiquincentennial/2026-02-07/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Story-of-America-Blue-Book-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251125T193213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T193213Z
UID:10000536-1769850000-1769860800@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:America's Semiquincentennial
DESCRIPTION:Discover America’s 250-year journey with a historic snapshot of the defining events that formed the nation.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/americas-semiquincentennial/2026-01-31/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Story-of-America-Blue-Book-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251125T193213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T193213Z
UID:10000535-1769245200-1769256000@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:America's Semiquincentennial
DESCRIPTION:Discover America’s 250-year journey with a historic snapshot of the defining events that formed the nation.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/americas-semiquincentennial/2026-01-24/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Story-of-America-Blue-Book-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260123T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260123T163000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251024T192536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T192536Z
UID:10000502-1769180400-1769185800@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:OVHS Speaker's Series: What We Are Learning About B2- About B1 and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:John Adams\, Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer of Biosphere 2\, has dedicated nearly three decades to advancing the transition of Biosphere 2 from a closed ecological system to a site for continuing research on how humans could live in outer space. \nMr. Adams will talk about the history of the area prior to Biosphere 2 and continue to the present.  So\, whether you are interested in geology\, water conservation\, carbon dioxide (greenhouse gases) production and sequestration\, global climate change\, or whether your interests lie in a “place far\, far away”\, you will find this overview most interesting\, enlightening and impactful. \n 
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/ovhs-speakers-series-what-we-are-learning-about-b2-about-b1-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja Dr.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:OVHS Speaker's Series
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Biosphere2.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251218T153001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T153001Z
UID:10000503-1769094000-1769101200@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. \nHowever\, this JANUARY meeting will begin at 3pm.\nAll are welcome to bring your ideas for exhibits\, fundraisers\, community engagement\, and how to Keep Oro Valley History Alive! \nMeet OVHS President\, Bob Kellar! \nWelcome to Oro Valley\, Arizona! \nMeet our Board of Directors & Committee Chairs.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oro-valley-historical-society-board-meeting-4-2/
LOCATION:Oro Valley Public Library\, 1305 W. Naranja Dr.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Board-Meeting-Logo-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T124157
CREATED:20251125T193213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T193213Z
UID:10000534-1768640400-1768651200@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:America's Semiquincentennial
DESCRIPTION:Discover America’s 250-year journey with a historic snapshot of the defining events that formed the nation.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/americas-semiquincentennial/2026-01-17/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ovhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Story-of-America-Blue-Book-scaled.jpg
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