DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun - 6300 N. Swan Rd., Tucson, AZ 85718; 299-9191, 800-545-2185, info@degrazia.org, www.degrazia.org. National historic district of Southwestern art and architecture by legendary artist Ted DeGrazia. Adobe gallery, mission, and gift shop on 10-acre foothills retreat. Open daily 10–4.

Desert Artisans' Gallery - 6536-A E. Tanque Verde Rd., Tucson, AZ 85715-3811; 722-4412, www.DesertArtisans.com. Experience this special artisans’ cooperative gallery featuring local Tucson artists for more than 20 years! More than 50 juried artists exhibit in five gallery shows a year.

Skyline Gallery - 6360 N. Campbell Ave., Ste. 150, Tucson, AZ 85718; 615-3800, FAX 615-3804, skylinegallery@earthlink.net, www.skylinegallery-tucson.com. A unique gallery featuring the work of more than 100 highly skilled North American artisans. Offering one-of-a-kind jewelry, blown glass, pottery, fine woodworking, and more.

Tucson Museum of Art & Historic Block - 140 N. Main Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701; 624-2333, FAX 624-7202, info@tucsonmuseumofart.org, www.tucsonmuseumofart.org. Take a journey through art, history, and culture at Tucson’s premier visual arts destination in the heart of historic downtown.

Arizona State Parks - 1300 W. Washington, Phoenix, AZ 85007; 602-542-4174, Mobile: 602-542-1996, FAX 602-542-4188, ebilbrey@pr.state.az.us, pr.state.az.us. The Arizona State Parks Department oversees the operation of 27 state parks, the state trails system, off-highway vehicle, and historic/cultural programs in Arizona.

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum - 2021 N. Kinney Rd., Tucson, AZ 85743; 883-1380, FAX 883-2500, info@desertmuseum.org, www.desertmuseum.org. In the heart of the Sonoran Desert: living exhibits include more than 1,300 types of plants, 300 kinds of animals. Open daily, year-round. Call for hours/rates.

Attractions Passport - Visitor Center provides information on attractions, accommodations, dining and more. Drop by or call 624-1817. 100 S. Church Ave., Tucson, AZ, 85701, 800-638-8350, info@visitTucson.org, www.visitTucson.org.

Casino of the Sun/Casino del Sol - 7406 S. Camino de Oeste, Tucson, AZ 85746; 883-1700, 800-344-9435, FAX 838-6660, info@casinosun.com, www.casinosun.com. Slot machines, bingo. Buffet, snack bar. Located five minutes west of I-19, off Valencia Rd. Transportation available. Other location: Casino Del Sol, 5655 W. Valencia Rd., 838-6508.

Colossal Cave Mountain Park - 16721 E. Old Spanish Trail, Vail, AZ 85641; 647-7275, 647-7121, FAX 647-3299, info@colossalcave.com, www.colossalcave.com. Beautiful desert park, on the National Historic Register, showcasing crystal-filled Colossal Cave and historic La Posta Quemada Ranch. Cave tours, museums, picnicking, Western trail rides.

Desert Diamond Casino - I-19 at Pima Mine Rd.; 342-2935, FAX 648-4159, comments@desertdiamondcasino.com, www.desertdiamondcasino.com. Slots, blackjack, poker, keno, bingo, sports bar, buffet, Agave Restaurant, catering, meeting rooms, and Diamond Center. Other location: Nogales Hwy. and Valencia Rd.

El Tour de Tucson - Perimeter Bicycling Association of America, Inc., 2609 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716; 745-2033, FAX 745-1992, info@perimeterbicycling.com, www.perimeterbicycling.com. Thousands of cyclists from around the world compete in 109-, 80-, 66-, and 35-, 4-, and 1⁄4-mile distances in one of America’s 10 best century courses.

Flandrau: The University of Arizona Science Center - 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85721; 621-STAR(7827), FAX 621-8451, fsc@email.arizona.edu, www.flandrau.org. “Star Theater” planetarium with fun and educational programs for all ages, hands-on science exhibits, mineral museum, and public observatory. Charters, “star parties,” banquets, and meetings.

International Wildlife Museum - 4800 W. Gates Pass Rd. (5 miles west of I-10 on Speedway Blvd.), Tucson, AZ 85745; 629-0100, 617-1439, FAX 618-3561, kristinem@thewildlifemuseum.org, www.thewildlifemuseum.org. Featuring natural-history collections from around the world, hands-on exhibits, Wildlife Theater showing films hourly, Oasis Grille, and gift shop. Group tours and discounts available.

Kitt Peak National Observatory - State Route 86 (Ajo Way), Information RSVP Line: 318-8726, FAX 318-8451, www.noao.edu. 90 minutes from downtown Tucson. World’s largest collection of optical telescopes, visitor center, daily tours, nightly observing programs, and gift shop.

O.K. Corral/Historama - 308 E. Allen St., P.O. Box 367, Tombstone, AZ 85638; phone/FAX: 457-3456, 800-518-1566, ok-corral@ok-corral.com, www.ok-corral.com. Historic site of Gunfight at the O.K. Corral®. Daily re-enactments with Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday. Guided tours. Fascinating history of Tombstone and Geronimo. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission.

Old Town Artisans - 201 N. Court Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701; 623-6024, 800-782-8072, FAX 622-0494, nota@mindspring.com, www.oldtownartisans.com. 1860s historic adobe. Largest collection of local/regional art, fine crafts, with jewelry and Native American. Open daily. Major credit cards. Climate-controlled shops. Lunchtime dining in courtyard.

Old Tucson Studios - 201 S. Kinney Rd., Tucson, AZ 85735; 883-0100, FAX 578-1269, guestrelations@oldtucson.com, www.oldtucson.com. World-famous Western movie studio and theme park. Live entertainment, gunfight and stunt shows, dance hall musicals featured daily. Food, shopping, games, rides, and attractions available.

Pima Air & Space Museum - 6000 E. Valencia Rd., Tucson, AZ 85706; 574-9658, www.pimaair.org. Pet friendly. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (winter): $13.50 adults; $10.75 seniors, groups, military; $9 children 7–12. Summer: $11.75 adults; $9.75 seniors, groups, military; $8 children 7–12. Under 6 free.

Pima County Attractions - Pima County is home to some of the best world-class attractions in Arizona. We invite you to visit these attractions during your stay in Southern Arizona. Most facilities are open for your family’s enjoyment year round. www.pimacountyattractions.com.

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Tohono Chul Park - 7366 N. Paseo del Norte, Tucson, AZ 85704; 742-6455, FAX 797-1213, askus@tohonochulpark.org, www.tohonochulpark.org. Scenic 49-acre desert preserve with nature trails, specialty gardens, unique gift shops, art galleries, Tea Room. Open daily. Call for hours and admission fees.

Tucson Children's Museum - 200 S. 6th Ave., P.O. Box 2609, Tucson, AZ 85702-2609; 792-9985, FAX 792-0639, tcm@tucsonchildrensmuseum.org, www.tucsonchildrensmuseum.org. Southern Arizona’s interactive museum for children. Explore 10 exciting galleries of hands-on exhibits and participate in challenging activities. Guided tours for groups available. Air-conditioned. Nonprofit.

Tucson Culinary Festival - October 23-26, 2008 at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort. Experience Tucson’s culinary diversity and enjoy a wide variety of events, featuring a dazzling array of local restaurants. Visit www.tucsonculinaryfestival.com for more details.

Tucson Gem & Mineral Society - P.O. Box 42588, Tucson, AZ 85733; 322-5773, FAX 322-6031, tgms@tgms.org, www.tgms.org. Sponsors of the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show™. Nonprofit, educational organization promoting interest in minerals, gems, jewelry, lapidary, earth sciences. Monthly meetings open to public.

The University of Arizona Biosphere 2 - P.O. Box 8746, The University of Arizona–Biosphere 2, Tucson, AZ 85738; 838-6200, FAX 838-6162, info@B2science.org, www.B2science.org. World’s largest glass-enclosed mini-world “Exploring Earth’s Future.” Guided Under the Glass tours. Snacks and gift shop.

City of Benson - Conveniently located at I-10 SR-80 & SR-90. Benson has a variety of restaurants, motels, RV parks, golf courses and unique shopping. Benson is close to Tombstone, Bisbee and many other natural and historical attractions. 520-586-4293. www.bensonvisioitrcenter.com.

Cochise County - 1415 Melody Lane, Bldg. G, Bisbee, AZ 85603; 432-9215, 800-862-5273, FAX 432-5016, qmotter@co.cochise.az.us, www.explorecochise.com. “The Land of Legends.” Benson, Bisbee, Douglas, Sierra Vista, Tombstone, Willcox. Kartchner Caverns State Park®, Chiricahua Mountains, legendary events, climate, and year-round birding.

Graham County Chamber of Commerce - 1111 Thatcher Blvd., Safford, AZ 85546; 928-428-2511, 888-837-1841, FAX 928-428-0744, info@graham-chamber.com, www.visitgrahamcounty.com. Graham County; experience “life the way it ought to be” in Safford, Thatcher, or Pima. Enjoy a recreation paradise, plus stargazing at Discovery Park.

Jewish Heritage Center - 564 S. Stone Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701; 670-9073, FAX 670-9078, jhc@theriver.com, www.jewishheritagecenter.net. Built in 1910 as the historic first synagogue in the Arizona Territory, the Jewish Heritage Center houses the Jewish Pioneers of the Southwest Exhibit.

Mesa - Discover the heart of the Valley, just minutes from Phoenix. Come for the convenience. Stay for the value. www.visitmesa.com.

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Oro Valley - A scenic residential and recreational retreat north of Tucson, www.visittucson.org/orovalley.