CANCELED – On the Road Since 1925: The Colorful History of Arizona Highways

Goodyear Total Wine & More Classroom 1416 N. Litchfield Rd., Goodyear, AZ, United States

The first issue of Arizona Highways magazine was published in April, 1925. In this presentation, former publisher Win Holden will share the fascinating story of how a brochure produced by the Arizona Highway Department evolved into one of the most respected and revered publications in the world. With annual economic impact of over $65 million, […]

Sheep Ranchers and Herders of Arizona – Goodyear

Goodyear Total Wine & More Classroom 1416 N. Litchfield Rd., Goodyear, AZ, United States

Sheep ranching has been greatly overlooked in the history of Arizona. While it never will compete with the five “C’s”, it added a great deal to the economic diversity in the state. Many different ethnic groups settled here and raised sheep for a living weathering the economic downturns as well as the prosperous years. They […]

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The Woman Who Shot Cowboys: Rodeo Photographer Louise L. Serpa – Goodyear

Goodyear Total Wine & More Classroom 1416 N. Litchfield Rd., Goodyear, AZ, United States

Anyone who has ever stared down an angry bull coming full throttle across an arena will understand why rodeo photographer Louise Serpa often uttered the adage, “Never Don’t Pay Attention.” Born into New York society, Louise ended up out west with her nose buried in the dirt & her eye glued to a camera, becoming […]

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Instruments and Music of Arizona’s Pioneers

Goodyear Total Wine & More Classroom 1416 N. Litchfield Rd., Goodyear, AZ, United States

The story of our state is not complete without music. This program will focus on the various genres of music that reflected the milieu and personalities of our various immigrants.  Using musical instruments and stories, audience members will be presented an artistic tableau of our past: heroes, villains, and the immigrants who passed through and […]

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