Mesa Historical Museum

09/02/2026

CALLING ALL STORYTELLERS!

Do you love history? Are you comfortable speaking in front of a crowd? Maybe you have a little flair for the dramatic? We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to serve as narrators at the Mesa Historical Museum’s annual Cemetery Tour on Saturday, October 24!

You don’t need to be a professional actor—we’re looking for expressive, engaging people who can bring Mesa’s history to life. We provide the historical story and script. You provide the personality!

This is a great opportunity for actors, teachers, public speakers, history buffs, performers, or anyone who simply enjoys telling a great story.

Interested? Send us a message or email [email protected] for more information. And if you know someone who would be perfect for this, tag them or share this post!

09/01/2026

If you haven't had a chance to see it yet, there's still plenty of time!

Our special exhibit, Falcon Field and the Royal Air Force, 1941–1945, tells the story of the British cadets who trained at Falcon Field during World War II through historic photographs, personal letters, uniforms, artifacts, and more. You'll also discover Falcon Field's unexpected connection to the television series Thunderbirds.

The exhibit will remain on display through May 2027, so be sure to stop by on your next visit to the Mesa Historical Museum.

08/28/2026

Did you know your weekly grocery shopping can help support the Mesa Historical Museum?

When you enroll in Fry’s Community Rewards and select Mesa Historical Society (AS669), a portion of your eligible purchases helps support the museum at no additional cost to you. Once you’re enrolled, simply use your Fry’s rewards account whenever you shop!

Already enrolled? Thank you for supporting us!

Learn more about Fry’s Community Rewards and how to enroll: https://www.frysfood.com/i/community/community-rewards

08/25/2026

We could use a few extra helping hands! 💙

The Mesa Historical Museum is looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to help at our front desk. Our current biggest needs are Thursday afternoons from 1–4 PM and a couple of Friday afternoons each month from 1–4 PM.

And don't worry, we're flexible! Vacations, appointments, and days off are absolutely okay. This isn't a huge commitment, but those few hours make a big difference to our small museum team.

No museum experience is necessary, and we'll provide all the training you need!

Interested? Send us a message, give us a call, or stop by the museum to learn more.

08/20/2026

🍕 Eat pizza and help restore a piece of Mesa history!

Join us at Organ Stop Pizza on Thursday, September 10, from 4:00–8:00 PM for a fundraiser benefiting the Arizona Baseball Museum and the continued restoration of the historic Lehi Auditorium.

Simply turn in our fundraiser flyer when placing your food order, and 20% of pre-tax kitchen food sales will be donated to the museum. Digital copies are accepted, or paper copies are available at the museum.

Proceeds will help fund the next phase of the Lehi Auditorium restoration: bringing new life to its nearly 90-year-old stage so this historic space can once again host performances, programs, and community events.

Enjoy a Mesa favorite while helping us preserve an important piece of our community’s history! 🍕🎹

08/15/2026

It's finally here!

Mesa A–Z is now open, and we invite you to explore Mesa's history one letter at a time.

Each letter tells a unique story—from famous landmarks to forgotten moments and surprising chapters that helped shape the city we know today.

Whether you've lived in Mesa your whole life or are visiting for the first time, there's something new to discover.

Visit us this week and see where the alphabet takes you!

📍 2345 N. Horne, Mesa, AZ 85203
🕙 Tuesday–Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM

08/14/2026

Mesa history from A to Z!

Thank you to the Mesa Tribune for featuring our newest exhibit, Mesa A–Z!

From familiar pieces of Mesa’s past to stories you may not know, the exhibit explores 26 people, places, events, and traditions that have helped shape our community.

Check out the article below for a sneak peek, then come see Mesa A–Z for yourself at the Mesa Historical Museum!

Mesa is just a year-and-a-half from its Sesquicentennial.

08/12/2026

🪶 O is for Ostriches

Believe it or not, ostriches were once big business in the Salt River Valley.

At the turn of the 20th century, their prized feathers adorned fashionable hats, dresses, fans, and more—making ostrich farming one of Arizona's most unexpected agricultural industries.

How did these towering birds become part of Mesa's story? Discover the answer in Mesa A–Z, opening this Saturday, August 15 at the Mesa Historical Museum.

08/08/2026

Ready for another challenge?

One letter. One story. One piece of Mesa's history.

What do you think 'I' stands for in our new Mesa A–Z exhibit? Take your best guess in the comments, then visit the museum beginning August 15 to discover the answer—and explore 25 more fascinating stories from Mesa's past.