Learn more about the captivating history of Nogales:

Birth of Nogales, Arizona

Nogales, Arizona has a rich history that dates back thousands of years when ancient native peoples' trade routes went through the combined area.

Nogales: [nuh-gal-is]

Birth of Nogales, Arizona

The name Nogales comes from the Spanish word "walnut" and walnut trees once grew abundantly in the mountain pass between the city of Nogales, Arizona and Nogales, Mexico.

Sign your child up for the Camp Kino!

The Pimeria Alta Museum will be having its annual, bilingual, free summer school from July 11 through July 15. The school is from 11:00 to 2:00 at the museum, 136 Grand Ave. Children from ages 7 to 12 are welcome to attend.

This year, the theme is learning about family and local history. Our field trips will include Patagonia Historical Museum and Bird Sanctuary and the County Court House.

There will be a guest artist and a dance instructor to help with our many activities. Lunch will be provided, so come register at the museum or call 520-287-4621. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

For more information, please call (520) 287-4621.

Pimeria Alta
Historical Society

YOUR LOCAL MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL LANDMARK IN NOGALES

YOUR LOCAL MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL LANDMARK IN NOGALES

Learn more about the captivating history of Nogales:

Birth of Nogales, Arizona

Birth of Nogales, Arizona

Birth of Nogales, Arizona

Nogales: [nuh-gal-is]

Birth of Nogales, Arizona

Birth of Nogales, Arizona

Sign your child up for the Camp Kino!

The Pimeria Alta Museum will be having its annual, bilingual, free summer school from July 11 through July 15. The school is from 11:00 to 2:00 at the museum, 136 Grand Ave. Children from ages 7 to 12 are welcome to attend.

Access our online portal to dozens of historical books.

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