Tubac Presidio State Park

Comprehensive, educational and lots of artifacts. Tubac has a history going back thousands of years and the Presidio museum does a great job of displaying it by era. There is an unique underground exhibit displaying the layers of archeological findings at the Presidio. This state park is a real gem for visit.

This is a wonderful state park and museum. The artifacts and exhibits are well displayed and are clear and understandable. I came away with a new appreciation for the inhabitants. The friendly volunteer made us feel very welcome. I especially loved the schoolhouse exhibit. There are rows of wooden school desks, and a little stage with a piano. Best of all are the walls of blackboards full of rules and advice for the students. Included are the number of lashings dictated by the rule broken. The museum is thoughtfully arranged, and there are many interactive exhibits to keep everyone's attention, grown-ups and children. If you are getting too warm in the AZ sun, make sure you descend into the excavated portion of the park. Not only is it interesting to see the original walls of the structure, but it is super cold and refreshing!

On my quest to experience all the AZ state park in the culture corridor, I have to say this one is by far my favorite. This small site is might in exhibits. From the ruins, to the museum and all the art inspired by locals, there is so much to see and learn.When you're all done here and still have energy, take a four mile hike on the Anza trail. You never know what you will see.

A place in history. Tubac Presidio is the first American settlement in AZ. It was occupied by the Hohokam in 300BC. Then the Tohono O'odham Indians (400 BC). The Spanish arrived around 1645 and established this Presidio then know as San Ignacio de Tubac. Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1821 bringing Tubac under the Mexican flag. In 1843 Tubac became part of the United States with the Gasden PurchaseAll these cultures are blended together as represented here at the Presidio. An interesting community filled with history.You've got to check it out when in the area Today was a celebration of the Day of the Dead". A celebration of life where personal altar are created with items that represented the life of the deceased. It is a Mexican custom A custom, I think, that is shared with other Latin American countries It is not a day of mourning, but a day of celebration

Huge. There is so much to see here. You can easily spend an hour or 2 walking around and reading the displays.One of the earliest settlements for AZ. They have only dug up a small area and found lots and lots of artifacts.Nice staff will help you out as you look around.A nice addition to shopping and eating in Tubac.

If you are planning a trip to Tubac, I would highly recommend visiting the Tubac Presidio Park and taking the self-guided tour. The tour offers well presented and interesting exhibits on the history of Tubac and the State of Arizona. The park tour is enjoyable for visitors of all ages.

Wife and I enjoyed our visit to Tubac and learning the history of this historical town. The Park was very nice and well done, we were steered to the Mission in Tumacácori National Historical Park to fulfill our historic trek and that was very rewarding as well.

With doubt, this was the most amazing state park I have visited, anywhere. Operated by friendly and welcoming volunteers, I have never seen such a magnificent display of historical artifacts, ever. The self guided tour took about an hour, and my wife and I enjoyed every moment. To top it off, they are dog friendly as well. I cannot recommend enough.

Who knew unrefined chocolate tastes so bitter! There was a living history exhibit on the day we came. Lucked out to go on a guided tour to learn about many hidden gems of historical and architectural knowledge of the presidio, its inhabitants, and Tubac itself. Was much better than I was expecting. Admission was included in the state park pass, so if you have one, bring it in!Two highlights were the selfie station where you could dress up as a Spanish colonial soldier and the schoolhouse which posted all the old rules for teachers and their students from the 1800s.

This was one of the main stops that I had planned on my history lover's day trip while my wife was in a seminar in Tucson. It was a good visit and I gathered lots of information not just about Tubac, but a few things about the way of life in the 1700s and 1800s in this part of Arizona, and events of the time. The great thing is that Tumacacori is another great place just a 5 minute drive or a near 4 mile hike(trail that runs near the river) away. Both places are great, and have a slightly different focus. Tumacacori is a little bit more scenic, and the old mission church there still stands, but Tubac offers a little bit different focus and history. Volunteers were great, and I was glad I went.