Now operated by VOLUNTEERS under the direction of the Tubac Historical Society.

Tubac Presidio State Historic Park was due to close in March, 2010 when the Arizona Legislature swept Arizona State Parks funds. The community of Tubac came together under the leadership of the Tubac Historical Society and succeeded in crafting a Public-Private Partnership that allowed Arizona's first state park to remain open and available to the public.

In our first year of operation we have been financed by admissions and gift shop revenue and substantial local donations. Our VOLUNTEERS have increased the operating hours of the Park, created a new self-guided walking tour, revitalized the exhibits, and enhanced the overall visitor experience.  Come see for yourself!

Tubac is Arizona's oldest European community and home to the largest and best preserved 18th century Spanish presidio (fort) in the world. Tubac Presidio State Historic Park is Arizona's first state park. The 1885 furnished schoolhouse, Otero Hall, and Rojas House are all on the National Register of Historic Places. The Park features a museum, underground display of the Presidio ruins, Arizona's first printing press, an exhibition of paintings of Arizona history by William Ahrendt, a picnic area, and the Juan Bautista de Anza Trailhead.

Membership

Why not become part of Tubac and its historic past and present?  We are looking for individuals who are excited about preserving and celebrating Tubac's history, culture and unique qualities.  If you feel as we do, don't delay in joining us today!

Membership Application  Membership Renewal Form

Upcoming Events

“The Anza Expedition” Video - Shown at 2pm daily during May

Frontier Printing Press Demonstrations - Thursday, May 10, 9:30am-12:30pm and Saturday, May 26, 11am-3:00pm

“Save the Presidio” Anniversary Celebration – Saturday, May 12, 5-7pm

"Kino Festival" at the Tubac Presidio - May 16 through May 20, 2012 - See events page for details

Fiber Art Friday – May 25,
10am-12:30pm

Frontier Printing Press Demonstrations - Saturday, June 16, 11am-3pm and Saturday, June 30, 11am-3pm

Heritage Grains Collaboration – Wednesday, June 20, 10am

Fiber Art Friday – June 29,
10am-12:30pm

 

 

Saving the Presidio

The effort to Save the Presidio is an on-going task that continues to require the time, talent, and treasure of everyone in the community. People considering joining this volunteer effort are encouraged to do so, we can't have too many helpers for this Herculean task!

Tubac Presidio
State Historic Park
P.O. Box 1296
Tubac, AZ 85646

Open Daily 9 am - 5 pm
Closed Christmas Day
Park Entrance Fees:
$4 adults, $2 youth (7-13), children (0-6) free

For general inquiries:
520-398-2252
info@ths-tubac.org 

For publicity and media info:
events@ths-tubac.org

For useful links within our community:
Links

Directions:

1 Burruel St., Tubac, AZ

Tubac is located at Exit 34 on Interstate 19, 45 miles south of Tucson
Head east from the highway, then left/north on East Frontage Road
Turn right at the large Tubac sign with flags, then immediate right onto Tubac Road
The Park entrance is at the end of Tubac Road where it meets Burruel Street

If you use a map program or navigation system, it may take you to the back of Barrio de Tubac. The correct location is the intersection of Burruel Street and Tubac Road.