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Save Phoenix's Historic Neighborhoods – Call Council Members Today
The most impactful thing that Phoenix neighborhood and preservation advocates can do right now is call the Council Members below and ask them to VOTE FOR A 90-DAY DELAY in implementing the Middle Housing Text Amendment.
Bradley Brauer
3 days ago1 min read


Pedal Through the Past III: Exploring Phoenix's Brill & Indian School Lines
On Saturday, November 22, 2025, you’re invited to step back into that era with Pedal Through the Past III, a guided bicycle tour tracing two of Phoenix’s historic streetcar routes: the Brill and Indian School lines.
Jim McPherson
Nov 102 min read


URGENT: Save Phoenix's Historic Neighborhoods – Action Needed Nov. 5
Phoenix stands at a crossroads. As the fifth largest city in the nation with one of the richest collections of early- and mid-20th-century neighborhoods in the Southwest, we must decide: Will our future growth respect our past — or erase it?
W. Aaron Montaño Searles
Oct 252 min read


Introducing Arizona's Heritage Preservation Youth Council
The Arizona State Historic Preservation Office is launching the Heritage Preservation Youth Council (HPYC), a student-led initiative born from the Preserve America Youth Summit that empowers grades 8-12 students to become leaders in protecting Arizona's natural, historic, and cultural resources. Applications are now open through November 7 for motivated students interested in gaining leadership skills, hands-on advocacy experience, and meaningful civic engagement opportunitie
Arianna Urban
Oct 221 min read


Webinar: State Laws Governing Cultural Resource Compliance in Arizona: Why You Should Care
If you’ve ever found yourself puzzled by Arizona’s web of cultural resource laws – or unsure which rules apply when working on state, county, or city projects – this fall’s upcoming webinar series is designed for you.
Jim McPherson
Oct 143 min read


Grande Central Station Celebrates a Year of Renewal and Community Spirit
This year has been one of progress, creativity, and heartfelt community pride at Grande Central Station, Inc. (GCS). As we mark our fourth anniversary, we’re reflecting on a season filled with milestones that celebrate Casa Grande’s rich roadside history — and the people who make preservation possible.
Marge Jantz
Oct 112 min read


Discover “The Real Places of Arizona” with Architect Don Ryden
For more than five decades, Don Ryden, AIA has explored, documented, and celebrated the “Spirit of Place” that defines Arizona’s architectural and cultural identity. His engaging lectures and visual presentations – now available for Speakers Bureau programs – bring to life the stories of Arizona’s people, places, and dreams across centuries.
Jim McPherson
Oct 72 min read


Grant Possibilities to Support Globe and Miami's Post-Flood Rebuilding
The Arizona State Historic Preservation Office has pulled together the following list of grants at might be useful for those affected by the flooding in Globe and Miami, Arizona from the weekend of September 27, 2025.
Jim McPherson
Oct 63 min read


Helping Historic Globe and Miami Recover After Catastrophic Flooding
The historic mining communities of Globe and Miami, Arizona, were struck by devastating flash floods on September 25-27, 2025. In less than two hours, more than two inches of rain – with some areas receiving three to four inches total – transformed quiet downtown streets into raging torrents that swept away lives, livelihoods, and irreplaceable pieces of Arizona's heritage.
Jim McPherson
Oct 14 min read
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