Special Events
Note: During the museum's renovation, programs are taking place at other locations.
See each event listing or call:
480-350-5100

 DECEMBER 2009

The Larry Campbell Tree of Lights
November 24 through December 31
Tempe Public Library 2nd Floor Lobby
The Tempe Historical Society's 8th annual “Larry Campbell Tree of Lights” fundraiser supports the Tempe History Museum's oral history program. The “Tree of Lights” is an opportunity to place lights and ornaments on a holiday tree in “Honor” or in “Memory” of someone special to you. The tree will be located in the lobby of the Tempe Public Library’s second floor. It will remain lit throughout the holiday season. Click here to see more details and an order form.

Danish Christmas at the Petersen House
Saturday, December 5 through Saturday, January 2
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, 10 am-2 pm
Sunday, December 6, 13 and 20, 12:30-3:30pm
Petersen House Museum
1414 West Southern Avenue, Tempe
The Tempe History Museum will present a Danish Christmas at the Petersen House. The decorations will be a reflection of the storybook, Peter’s Christmas, which was published in Denmark in the late 1800s and tells about a traditional Danish Christmas. Members of the East Valley Children’s Theater will present their interpretation of Peter’s Christmas on Sundays, December 6 and 13. On Sunday December 20, there will be a performance and sing-along of traditional Danish Christmas songs by Linda Rising and Karl Rehmer. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. For more information call (480) 350-5100.

 JANUARY 2010

Tempe Historical Society Lunch Talk
Wednesday, January 13, 11:30 am
Pyle Adult Recreation Center, Globe Room
655 E. Southern Avenue, Tempe
Free admission
Jay Mark, Tempe Republic columnist, will present “Marked Men” – Tempe on the Big Screen --- a rare glimpse of 1940 downtown Tempe in a now scarce Hollywood film. Bring your lunch and enjoy the presentation. Coffee is provided. Call 480-350-5100 for information.