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Museum to return Native American remains to tribes
For nearly 50 years, the remains of two Native American individuals have been stored at the Arizona Capitol. Now, they are on their way back to their final resting place, but one state senator says that isn’t enough. In 1976, two fragments of bones were donated to the Arizona State Library. The remains were transferred to the newly opened Arizona Capitol Museum in 1982, where they remained u[...]
Starbucks drinks now served at Capitol coffee shop
The coffee shop in Arizona’s Old Capitol is now serving Starbucks drinks and may soon have televisions showing legislative hearings.
Jack August, beloved chronicler of the Southwest, dies
Dr. Jack August, historian and biographer of many prominent Arizonans, died Friday at age 63.
Jack August: Historian, author is captivated by Arizona lore
Historian Jack August can tell you tons of tales of Arizona’s past, from the story about Fife Symington saving Bill Clinton’s life to August’s own memories of interactions with the state’s heavyweights.
State museum to mark 50th anniversary of Miranda decision
The Arizona Capitol Museum is marking the upcoming 50th anniversary of a U.S. Supreme Court decision that requires police officers to warn arrested people that they have a right to remain silent.
Historian-author to do work for Arizona Capitol Museum
A prominent Arizona historian is being enlisted to help advance the Arizona Capitol Museum.
Capitol museum opens exhibit honoring former Gov. Castro
The Arizona Capitol museum has opened a temporary exhibit memorializing the life of former Gov. Raul Castro.
Arizona Capitol Museum to open Capitol exhibit on April 18
The Arizona Capitol Museum is preparing to open a new exhibit chronicling the Capitol and its occupants.
Painting endangered species: Taiwanese artist to be featured at Arizona Capitol Museum
An exhibit featuring award-winning artist Chris Ho of Taiwan will be on display for several weeks at the Arizona Capitol Museum.
Arizona Capitol Museum to display new exhibit
A new exhibit featuring digital technology to tell parts of Arizona's history will be on display at the Arizona Capitol Museum starting Saturday.
