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Feb. 14
Arizona Statehood Day
Celebrate and learn more about the history of Arizona with Arizona PBS! Arizona became a state on Feb. 14, 1912, and is the 48th state in the Union. Arizona is home to the Grand Canyon, National Parks and one-of-a-kind rock formations. Our culture, our communities, our food, our passions are all reasons to celebrate our state.
local restaurants
Check, Please! Arizona
“Check, Please! Arizona” features Chef Mark Tarbell and three guests, members of our community. In every episode, guests volunteer to share their favorite locally-owned, independent Arizona restaurants.
Here in Arizona, Feb. 14 is Statehood Day marking the anniversary of the founding of our state. Join us for a line-up of Arizona-related programming as we celebrate the beauty and history of our great state.
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News and culture
Arizona Horizon
Piestewa Fallen Heroes Memorial Ceremony honors Arizona’s heroes
The Piestewa Fallen Heroes Memorial Ceremony is held at Piestewa Peak on March 23 each year. The group is dedicated to remembering all our Arizona Fallen Heroes. They try to include the traditional Native American ways in the ceremony and teach youth about the sacrifices made and what patriotism is.
Horizonte
Xico celebrates 50 years of Latino and Indigenous art in Phoenix
Founded in 1975, Phoenix-based Xico is one of oldest ethnic arts organizations in the United States and is a leading organization promoting Latino and Indigenous culture through art and community engagement.
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Arizona’s past and present
From the Vault
From The Vault “Barry Goldwater: Photographs & Memories”
Jan. 12, 2023
Barry Goldwater is known worldwide as a politician and statesman, but this is the story of the man behind the camera and the passion for photography and Arizona that shaped his life.
The Arizona Collection for educators
Native Nations of Arizona
Each Native nation has its own rich history, culture, language and land, and in this collection, educators can find stories that feature cultural practices, efforts toward greater self-determination, water rights and Indigenous leadership.
Arizona History
With land rich in natural resources, Arizona has been home to mining, ranching and agriculture ventures. But it also serves as home to important geological, geographical and cultural features.
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Arizona Life Sciences
From biology to zoology, this collection offers a wide variety of resources that highlight the flora and fauna of Arizona as well as energy and materials that are essential to supporting life.
Earth and Space Sciences
With both clear views of the sky and unique geological formations, Arizona attracts researchers from around the world in the fields of geology and astronomy.
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