Contemporary history introduces visitors to the dramatic development of the Valley. Interactive exhibits, guided tours and research library. Open Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sun., noon - 4 p.m. AAA/CAA discounts available....

Cited in "Art in America" as "the single most impressive venue for contemporary art in Arizona," the ASU Art Museum explores art and its impact on individuals and society. We collect and present works of art to stimulate, challenge and delight a diverse audience; areas of particular emphasis are contemporary art and new media including video art. ASU Art Museum also has the largest collection of art from Cuba in the U.S. and is home to the Ceramics Research Center, a collection of more than 4,000 pieces. One of the Museum’s largest collections, the print collection spans from the 14th-century to contemporary works. The Museum hosts opening receptions throughout the year and a Family Fun Day in July. The Museum is located on the corner of Mill Avenue and 10th Street in Tempe and admission is free. Free parking is available on 10th Street outside of the Ceramics Research Center, a part of ASU Art Museum. Hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues. – Sat. The Museum is open until 8 p.m. on Tues. nights during the school semesters....

The facility supports the Thermal Emission Imaging System experiment that was sent aboard the Mars Odyssey spacecraft. The Mars facility has a visitor area with displays about Mars and a television tuned to NASA TV. Open Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m....

Named one of the nation's 10 best by Public Art Review, public art at ASU reflects the rich historical traditions of ASU and Arizona, as well as contemporary artists. More than 20 public artworks including Depression-era murals and contemporary sculpture can be found on the 720-acre ASU Tempe Campus and on the 300-acre West campus. Visit the Web site for maps and directions....

Childsplay is Arizona's professional theatre company for young audiences and families performing September - May in the Tempe Center for the Arts and in schools around the state....

Exhibitions at the United States Post Office highlight local artists working in a variety of media and themes. Space is located in the heart of the Mill Avenue District. Special emphasis is placed on work that is fun, eye-catching and unusual....

This City of Tempe building is host to community arts instructional programs and workshops for preschool age youth to adults....

The Gallery at TCA offers visitors a warm and friendly environment for thoughtful and engaging experiences and features a variety of curated, traveling and juried exhibitions....

The Interdisciplinary Science and Technology Building IV (ISTB 4), on the ASU Tempe Campus, includes the “Gallery of Scientific Exploration,” outfitted with kiosk-style interactive exhibits and large-format, high-definition monitors that display video from Earth-observing satellites and robotic probes of other worlds. This first floor gallery invites visitors to explore earth and space sciences through digital media, public lectures, visible laboratories, and interactive displays. The Gallery of Scientific Exploration also features the meteorite display on the second floor, drawn from the extensive collection of ASU’s Center for Meteorite Studies....

Exhibitions in all media by students completing their MFA degrees in the ASU Herberger Institute School of Art. Free and open to the public. Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. – Thurs.; 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Fri. Closed weekends and major holidays. Located in the School of Art Building on Forest and Tyler Mall, ASU Tempe campus....

The Labriola Center holds books, photographs, manuscripts and audio visual material on American Indians across North America. The Labriola Center's primary purpose is to promote a better understanding of American Indian language, culture, social, political and economic issues. Open Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Summer hours 1-5 p.m....

Reptile display, including the only complete living collection of all 18 sub-species of native rattlesnakes. Open Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m....

A partnership between Tempe Marketplace and ASU Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, Night Gallery is a showcase for ASU graduate students, faculty and alumni.  There are innovative evolving exhibits which change every six weeks. Located east of Barnes & Noble. Hours of operation: Tues. - Sat., 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. ...

Experience a prehistoric Hohokam ruin and full-size replicated dwellings. Fascinating exhibits feature the ancient Hohokam. Museum Store with authentic Indian arts. Located by the 44th Street Light Rail station. AAA/CAA discounts available. (Outside Phoenix call toll-free 877-706-4408)...

Alliance for Audience is, quite literally, an alliance for audience development - the shared effort of the breadth of Arizona's arts and cultural community to raise their visibility and engage new audiences. Alliance for Audience is best known for it's flagship project: ShowUp.com. Our mission is to "Connect People, Arts & Culture". Find the fun you're looking for: Theatre, Music, Dance and Art....

Indie theatre company - producing four shows each season that you will not find anywhere else in the Valley. All performances are presented at the original Tempe Performing Arts Center at 132 E. 6th St. in Tempe's Mill Avenue District....

The unique history of Tempe is dramatically staged through a variety of media and an interactive children's gallery. Open Mon. - Thur. and Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Fridays. Free admission....