Purpose:
The primary purpose of this Society shall be to
identify, record, collect, preserve, and make
available documents and artifacts of historical
significance related to the history of the people,
places and events of the Maricopa, Arizona area at
present and in the future.
The Maricopa Historical Society will also provide
educational and cultural experience to promote the
heritage of Maricopa and the surrounding areas at
present and in the future.
Location:
Maricopa Historical Society Exhibits are displayed in
the main lobby of the Maricopa Library
Library:
Maricopa Public Library
41600 W Smith-Enke Road
Maricopa, AZ 85138
Phone: 520/568-2926
E-mail: library@maricopa-az.gov
Hours:
Mon-Thurs: 9am - 7pm
Fri-Sat: 9am-6pm
Closed Sunday and major holidays
Goal:
The goal of the Maricopa Historical Society is to
inspire our citizens to take the historical foundation of
the old Maricopa, with its rich diverse heritage, and
build upon it with the dynamic energy of the present
to create a thread of commonality that fosters a
strong sense of identity and community spirit among
all of its citizens. We aim to do this through oral and
written histories, speakers, exhibits, activities, and
programs that ignite the imagination and bring history
alive for students of all ages.
Maricopa Historical Society Contact Person:
Paul Shirk
909-260-3020
Email: Contact@MHS50.com
Please note that Maricopa is a city in Pinal County and the
Maricopa Historical Society is in no way associated with
Maricopa County.
Mission:
Our mission is to inform and inspire all people to
make history a part of their lives by presenting
exhibits, programs and publications that bring
history alive; collecting materials that tell the story
of the Maricopa area and its people; educating
people of all ages; and creating a sense of identity
and community.
Visit the Historical Display at the Maricopa Public Library
Don't forget to check out additions to the online Military Display
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The Maricopa Historical Society meets the first Monday of each Month at 5:30 PM in the Maricopa Public Library.
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Special Guest Speakers
December 3, 2018 - Apache Wars
January 7, 2019 - Dan Judkins - The 49ers Meet the Maricopas and Akimel O'odham
February 4, 2019 - Marshall Shore - History of Route 66 in Arizona
March 4, 2019 - Wayne Monger - The National Monument Next Door
April 1, 2019 - Dr Dallen J Timothy - Family History, Tourism