Tucson's 250th Birthday Murals Unveiling Celebration

💵 Free event (RSVP required at celebratetucson.com)

Join us in celebrating a milestone 250 years in the making! Tucson’s turning 250, and the festivities kick off with the unveiling of four stunning new murals in downtown Tucson. As part of the Tucson 250+ celebration, these works of art honor the rich, resilient, and diverse heritage that defines our desert city.

🎨 Meet the Artists
Get to know the incredible local talents behind the murals: Ignacio Garcia, Camila Ibarra, Pen Macias, and Joe Pagac. Their artwork is a tribute to Tucson’s layered history and linguistic roots, created in collaboration with The Presidio Museum and featuring the official Tucson 250+ logo.

🚶‍♀️ Explore the Murals
Choose your own adventure!

• Walking Tours (for the Tucson Tough!) leave every 10–15 minutes between 5:30 and 6:30 PM.

• Tucson Trolley Tours roll out every 10–15 minutes from 5:30 to 7:00 PM.

🍹 Enjoy the Vibes
Mingle with fellow Tucsonans over light refreshments and a no-host bar at HighWire. It’s a party where art, history, and community come together to mark a major birthday bash.

📌 Why It Matters
This event is part of the year-long Tucson 250+ celebration, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Presidio San Agustín del Tucson. It’s a moment to reflect on over 4,000 years of human presence in our region, from Indigenous origins to frontier foundations and beyond.

✨ Don’t miss this joyful kickoff to a year of history, culture, and community spirit in the heart of downtown. RSVP now at celebratetucson.com and be part of Tucson’s next chapter!