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SUMMARY:Pusch House Museum Tours - History\, Unboxed
DESCRIPTION:Oro Valley Historical Society is digitizing our entire collection—photos\, documents\, artifacts\, and more. We’re modernizing our archives to make them easier to access\, explore\, and enjoy.  As part of this effort\, we’re bringing out artifacts that are usually stored or only occasionally displayed\, giving visitors a chance to see pieces not often on view. \nWhile we focus on digitization throughout the year\, our rotating exhibits will be on pause. Displays may look a little different\, but our volunteers will be on-site to share stories\, answer questions\, and provide additional information. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore hidden treasures and watch the museum evolve as we update our exhibits for the future.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/pusch-house-museum-tours-history-unboxed/2026-11-07/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Pusch House Museum Tours - History\, Unboxed
DESCRIPTION:Oro Valley Historical Society is digitizing our entire collection—photos\, documents\, artifacts\, and more. We’re modernizing our archives to make them easier to access\, explore\, and enjoy.  As part of this effort\, we’re bringing out artifacts that are usually stored or only occasionally displayed\, giving visitors a chance to see pieces not often on view. \nWhile we focus on digitization throughout the year\, our rotating exhibits will be on pause. Displays may look a little different\, but our volunteers will be on-site to share stories\, answer questions\, and provide additional information. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore hidden treasures and watch the museum evolve as we update our exhibits for the future.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/pusch-house-museum-tours-history-unboxed/2026-10-31/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Pusch House Museum Tours - History\, Unboxed
DESCRIPTION:Oro Valley Historical Society is digitizing our entire collection—photos\, documents\, artifacts\, and more. We’re modernizing our archives to make them easier to access\, explore\, and enjoy.  As part of this effort\, we’re bringing out artifacts that are usually stored or only occasionally displayed\, giving visitors a chance to see pieces not often on view. \nWhile we focus on digitization throughout the year\, our rotating exhibits will be on pause. Displays may look a little different\, but our volunteers will be on-site to share stories\, answer questions\, and provide additional information. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore hidden treasures and watch the museum evolve as we update our exhibits for the future.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/pusch-house-museum-tours-history-unboxed/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T170000
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SUMMARY:Oro Valley Historical Society Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:NOTE:  The October board meeting has been changed due to scheduling conflicts.  Instead of the 22nd\, the board meeting will be held on Friday\, October 23rd at the Pusch House Museum. \nOVHS 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! \n\n \nMeet OVHS President\, Bob Kellar! \n\n\n \nWelcome to Oro Valley\, Arizona! \n\nMeet our Board of Directors & Committee Chairs.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/oro-valley-historical-society-board-meeting-10/
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:20261017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T233236Z
CREATED:20260804T000701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T233236Z
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SUMMARY:Pusch House Museum Tours - History\, Unboxed
DESCRIPTION:Oro Valley Historical Society is digitizing our entire collection—photos\, documents\, artifacts\, and more. We’re modernizing our archives to make them easier to access\, explore\, and enjoy.  As part of this effort\, we’re bringing out artifacts that are usually stored or only occasionally displayed\, giving visitors a chance to see pieces not often on view. \nWhile we focus on digitization throughout the year\, our rotating exhibits will be on pause. Displays may look a little different\, but our volunteers will be on-site to share stories\, answer questions\, and provide additional information. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore hidden treasures and watch the museum evolve as we update our exhibits for the future.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/pusch-house-museum-tours-history-unboxed/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T113000
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CREATED:20260727T152548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T161529Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk at Steam Pump Ranch: 2nd Tour @ 10:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Sonoran Desert on a gentle 60‑minute guided walk at Steam Pump Ranch.\nNaturalist Paul Canez leads you through the grounds while sharing fascinating stories about the plants\, wildlife\, and people who have thrived in this desert for thousands of years. \nHighlights of the experience: \n\nSonoran Desert vegetation tour — Learn how native plants adapt and survive in our arid climate.\nHeritage Garden visit — Explore traditional crops that sustained Indigenous communities for millennia.\nRe‑created pit house — Step inside a historic dwelling and see how early inhabitants grew\, stored\, and prepared food.\nCultural and ecological insights — Understand how people lived\, innovated\, and flourished in this remarkable landscape.\n\nThis walk is perfect for anyone curious about desert ecology\, local history\, or the cultural traditions that shaped life in the Sonoran Desert. \nMeet outside the Pusch House Museum. Our tours are free\, and we gratefully accept donations to help keep these programs thriving. Suggested contribution: $3–$5.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/guided-nature-walk-at-steam-pump-ranch-2/2026-10-10/
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:20261010T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T101500
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SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk at Steam Pump Ranch: 1st Tour @ 9:15 am
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Sonoran Desert on a gentle 60‑minute guided walk at Steam Pump Ranch.\nNaturalist Paul Canez leads you through the grounds while sharing fascinating stories about the plants\, wildlife\, and people who have thrived in this desert for thousands of years. \nHighlights of the experience: \n\nSonoran Desert vegetation tour — Learn how native plants adapt and survive in our arid climate.\nHeritage Garden visit — Explore traditional crops that sustained Indigenous communities for millennia.\nRe‑created pit house — Step inside a historic dwelling and see how early inhabitants grew\, stored\, and prepared food.\nCultural and ecological insights — Understand how people lived\, innovated\, and flourished in this remarkable landscape.\n\nThis walk is perfect for anyone curious about desert ecology\, local history\, or the cultural traditions that shaped life in the Sonoran Desert. \nMeet outside the Pusch House Museum. Our tours are free\, and we gratefully accept donations to help keep these programs thriving. Suggested contribution: $3–$5.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/guided-nature-walk-at-steam-pump-ranch/2026-10-10/
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:20261010T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260910T235017Z
CREATED:20260910T232745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T235017Z
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SUMMARY:See the Truck You Could Win – Oct 10th at Steam Pump Ranch!
DESCRIPTION:Win Big with the Jim Click Millions for Tucson Raffle!\nCome see the 2026 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X Roush® Edition—the grand prize car—on display at Steam Pump Ranch from 9 AM to noon on Saturday\, October 10\, 2026! \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 21st.  The drawing will be held December 10\, 2026. \nYou could win one of these great prizes:\n\n\n\n\n2026 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X Roush® Edition\nTwo First-Class Round-Trip Airline Tickets Anywhere in the World (restrictions apply)\n$5\,000 in cash\n\nTickets: $25 each or 5 for $100\nAvailable every Saturday\, September 12 – November 21\nLearn more about the raffle that helps support Greater Oro Valley History!\nJim Click Millions for Tucson Flyer 2026
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/see-the-truck-you-could-win-oct-10th-at-steam-pump-ranch/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T233236Z
CREATED:20260804T000701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T233236Z
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SUMMARY:Pusch House Museum Tours - History\, Unboxed
DESCRIPTION:Oro Valley Historical Society is digitizing our entire collection—photos\, documents\, artifacts\, and more. We’re modernizing our archives to make them easier to access\, explore\, and enjoy.  As part of this effort\, we’re bringing out artifacts that are usually stored or only occasionally displayed\, giving visitors a chance to see pieces not often on view. \nWhile we focus on digitization throughout the year\, our rotating exhibits will be on pause. Displays may look a little different\, but our volunteers will be on-site to share stories\, answer questions\, and provide additional information. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore hidden treasures and watch the museum evolve as we update our exhibits for the future.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/pusch-house-museum-tours-history-unboxed/2026-10-10/
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:20261007T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T140000
DTSTAMP:20260831T165004Z
CREATED:20260831T164845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T165004Z
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SUMMARY:OVHS Speaker's Series: Laugh & Learn with Cartoons
DESCRIPTION:Roger Nichols\, Professor Emeritus at the University of Arizona\, and Oro Valley Historical Society Board member has spent years collecting cartoons that explore American Indians in many aspects of America’s story including the Norse forays into North America more than 1\,000 years ago to NASA’s modern-day space missions\, military events\, treaty negotiations\, immigration\, sports mascots\, tribal enterprises\, Thanksgiving imagery\, and current political themes. This presentation will highlight selections from that collection\, offering a look at how artists have portrayed the subject across different eras and cultural moments. \n\n\n\n \nYou’ll find the subject both enlightening and entertaining as we explore what these cartoons reveal about our shared history and how humor has shaped the way we understand our connections. \n\n\n\nThis free presentation is sponsored by the Oro Valley Historical Society.  Donations to OVHS are appreciated and directly support our mission.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/ovhs-speakers-series-laugh-learn-with-cartoons/
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:20261003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T233236Z
CREATED:20260804T000701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T233236Z
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SUMMARY:Pusch House Museum Tours - History\, Unboxed
DESCRIPTION:Oro Valley Historical Society is digitizing our entire collection—photos\, documents\, artifacts\, and more. We’re modernizing our archives to make them easier to access\, explore\, and enjoy.  As part of this effort\, we’re bringing out artifacts that are usually stored or only occasionally displayed\, giving visitors a chance to see pieces not often on view. \nWhile we focus on digitization throughout the year\, our rotating exhibits will be on pause. Displays may look a little different\, but our volunteers will be on-site to share stories\, answer questions\, and provide additional information. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore hidden treasures and watch the museum evolve as we update our exhibits for the future.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/pusch-house-museum-tours-history-unboxed/2026-10-03/
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:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T233236Z
CREATED:20260804T000701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T233236Z
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SUMMARY:Pusch House Museum Tours - History\, Unboxed
DESCRIPTION:Oro Valley Historical Society is digitizing our entire collection—photos\, documents\, artifacts\, and more. We’re modernizing our archives to make them easier to access\, explore\, and enjoy.  As part of this effort\, we’re bringing out artifacts that are usually stored or only occasionally displayed\, giving visitors a chance to see pieces not often on view. \nWhile we focus on digitization throughout the year\, our rotating exhibits will be on pause. Displays may look a little different\, but our volunteers will be on-site to share stories\, answer questions\, and provide additional information. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore hidden treasures and watch the museum evolve as we update our exhibits for the future.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/pusch-house-museum-tours-history-unboxed/2026-09-26/
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:20260924T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T172122Z
CREATED:20260928T171314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T172122Z
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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-4-5/
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:20260924T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260227T003134Z
CREATED:20251002T232004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T003134Z
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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-4/2026-09-24/
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:20260923T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T113000
DTSTAMP:20260813T182510Z
CREATED:20260812T193124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T182510Z
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SUMMARY:OVHS Speaker's Series: Heliograph - Frontier Arizona’s Communication by Sunlight
DESCRIPTION:During the 1880s in Arizona\, United States Army soldiers used high-quality sunlight reflecting heliographs for communication throughout the state. \nJoin OVHS as retired CIA Intelligence Analyst\, Lee Krsiean\, explains how this technique kept soldiers and settlers safe. \nThis free presentation is sponsored by the Oro Valley Historical Society.  Donations to OVHS are appreciated and directly support our mission.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/ovhs-speakers-series-heliograph-frontier-arizonas-communication-by-sunlight/
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:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T233236Z
CREATED:20260804T000701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T233236Z
UID:10000635-1789808400-1789819200@ovhistory.org
SUMMARY:Pusch House Museum Tours - History\, Unboxed
DESCRIPTION:Oro Valley Historical Society is digitizing our entire collection—photos\, documents\, artifacts\, and more. We’re modernizing our archives to make them easier to access\, explore\, and enjoy.  As part of this effort\, we’re bringing out artifacts that are usually stored or only occasionally displayed\, giving visitors a chance to see pieces not often on view. \nWhile we focus on digitization throughout the year\, our rotating exhibits will be on pause. Displays may look a little different\, but our volunteers will be on-site to share stories\, answer questions\, and provide additional information. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore hidden treasures and watch the museum evolve as we update our exhibits for the future.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/pusch-house-museum-tours-history-unboxed/2026-09-19/
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:20260912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T233236Z
CREATED:20260804T000701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T233236Z
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SUMMARY:Pusch House Museum Tours - History\, Unboxed
DESCRIPTION:Oro Valley Historical Society is digitizing our entire collection—photos\, documents\, artifacts\, and more. We’re modernizing our archives to make them easier to access\, explore\, and enjoy.  As part of this effort\, we’re bringing out artifacts that are usually stored or only occasionally displayed\, giving visitors a chance to see pieces not often on view. \nWhile we focus on digitization throughout the year\, our rotating exhibits will be on pause. Displays may look a little different\, but our volunteers will be on-site to share stories\, answer questions\, and provide additional information. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore hidden treasures and watch the museum evolve as we update our exhibits for the future.
URL:https://ovhistory.org/event/pusch-house-museum-tours-history-unboxed/2026-09-12/
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:20260827T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T170000
DTSTAMP:20260227T003134Z
CREATED:20251002T232004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T003134Z
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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-4/2026-08-27/
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:20260723T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260227T003134Z
CREATED:20251002T232004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T003134Z
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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-4/2026-07-23/
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:20260625T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260227T003134Z
CREATED:20251002T232004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T003134Z
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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-4/2026-06-25/
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:20260528T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T170000
DTSTAMP:20260227T003134Z
CREATED:20251002T232004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T003134Z
UID:10000507-1779976800-1779987600@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 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-4/2026-05-28/
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:20260430T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T150000
DTSTAMP:20260123T172311Z
CREATED:20260123T172311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T172311Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20251125T194337Z
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/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260227T003134Z
CREATED:20251002T232004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T003134Z
UID:10000506-1776952800-1776963600@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 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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260313T191722Z
CREATED:20260313T191419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T191722Z
UID:10000562-1776603600-1776607200@ovhistory.org
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:20251125T194337Z
CREATED:20251125T194337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T194337Z
UID:10000547-1776502800-1776513600@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/2026-04-18/
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:20260313T213324Z
CREATED:20250901T162015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T213324Z
UID:10000490-1775903400-1775907000@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-2/2026-04-11/
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:20260411T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T101500
DTSTAMP:20260313T213156Z
CREATED:20250829T211927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T213156Z
UID:10000484-1775898900-1775902500@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-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
DTSTAMP:20260310T225645Z
CREATED:20260310T225645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T225645Z
UID:10000561-1775898000-1775908800@ovhistory.org
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:20251125T194337Z
CREATED:20251125T194337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T194337Z
UID:10000546-1775898000-1775908800@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/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:Pusch House Museum at Steam Pump Ranch\, 10901 N. Oracle Rd.\, Oro Valley\, AZ\, 85737\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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