Since the first human occupation in this area, Tempe has been shaped by the efforts and interactions of diverse groups of people. Each group has contributed in many ways to what Tempe has become.
Living together has not always been harmonious and at times injustices have occurred.
Yet great strides have been made through mutual effort.
This is the story of how Tempeans have struggled to find a balance between celebrating differences and achieving a unified sense of community.
