Happenings at Tempe History Museum

Ranfla Vida (“Lowrider Life”) celebrates the visionary artistry and local histories of a movement that transformed standard vehicles into profound symbols of cultural identity. Today, this post-WWII Mexican American tradition has evolved into a multigenerational global phenomenon that transcends borders through its unique blend of soul and machinery.

7:00 p.m.

11:30 a.m.

Victory Acres emerged during an era of post-war prosperity and development. The neighborhood served as a place of resilience and cultural identity even in times of displacement and urban renewal. D.A. Romero, a fifth-generation Arizonan, seeks to reflect on the strength of a community while recognizing the complex history still being written.

11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Be the first to experience the expanded story of this historic home, the two families who lived here, and the neighborhood that grew around it, on information panels.

Location: 927 E. 8th Street Tempe, AZ 85281

6:00 p.m.

The cultural tradition continues in Tempe with the Day of the Dead alter display. A family-friendly, public ceremony and reception will be held and includes light refreshments and a special performance by Las Damas del Folklor.

7:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m.