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.

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

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

Subscribe to Arizona Highways and help Save the Presidio!

For every new or renewing subscription to Arizona Highways, the magazine will donate $5 to the Arizona State Parks Foundation! Be sure to use the Tubac Presidio’s promotion code VOCPTP to direct the $5 to this state park! It’s easy, and it will make a difference. Click here for details and a subscription form.

Where History Lives

Basketry, weaving, printing, leatherworking, blacksmithing, cooking—some of these skills we still use today, others are considered art. Each of these was absolutely necessary for living in the Presidio during the Spanish Colonial period. If you have one of these skills and would like to share your knowledge, please contact us to join our living history program.

Thank You!

Thanks to all of our volunteers for the time and talent they contribute to Tubac Presidio Park. It is truly appreciated.