Discover Glendale’s thriving arts and culture scene, from world-class museums to unique gardens, centers, and historic areas.
ARIZONA DOLL & TOY MUSEUM
View the wide variety of dolls and toys from yesteryear, as well as familiar modern playthings.
BUCKEYE MAIN STREET COALITION
Established under the AZ Main Street program to represent the downtown Buckeye community in all matters relating to the revitalization of the downtown area.
MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUM
With More than 6,800 instruments and objects on display, the Musical Instrument Museum provides a one-of-a-kind experience for visitors of all ages.
DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN
A living museum with more than 50,000 plants from around the world. Enjoy tours, workshops, seasonal exhibits, special events, concerts and more.
GLENDALE ARIZONA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Enjoy outstanding tours of two National Register sites – the 1897 Manistee Ranch and the 1898 Guest House at Sahuaro Ranch.
GLENDALE POLICE MUSEUM
Dedicated to Glendale’s finest, the exhibit spans police history from the early days of the territorial sheriff to the present day. View early police equipment and items.
GLENDALE WOMAN’S CLUB
The Glendale Woman’s Club played an important part in the social and cultural development of Glendale.
MANISTEE RANCH
This neighborhood park is just over 4 acres and is located on Northern Avenue. The parking lot is on the west side of 51st Avenue just south of the businesses at Northern Avenue.
MURPHY PARK
Originally known as the town or city park, Murphy Park has always been the center of downtown Glendale and has a special connection to Glendale’s founder, W. J. Murphy.
SAHUARO RANCH PARK HISTORICAL AREA
Enjoy the 1886 homestead that is one of the oldest and best-preserved examples of early ranches in the Salt River Valley.
WEST VALLEY ARTS COUNCIL
The West Valley Arts Council enriches the West Valley by growing a vibrant, connected arts and culture community.
WEST VALLEY SYMPHONY
Led by Maestro Cal Stewart Kellogg, an accomplished symphonic and opera conductor, the West Valley Symphony offers an opportunity to experience fine classical music.
XERISCAPE BOTANICAL GARDEN
The award-winning garden contains over 1,000 trees, shrubs, cactus and more.
ARIZONA BROADWAY THEATRE
Cozy venue specializing in live Broadway-style musicals accompanied by dinner & bar service.
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