We are delighted that you are interested in visiting the African American Museum of Southern Arizona. Whether you are planning a self-guided visit, bringing a school group, or scheduling an interactive guided tour, we look forward to welcoming you.
Self-Guided Visits: Explore the museum at your own pace during regular museum hours. Upon arrival, an AAMSAZ team member will greet your group, review museum guidelines, and answer any questions to help you make the most of your visit.
Guided Tours: Enhance your visit with a 40–50 minute interactive guided tour led by an AAMSAZ educator. Tours provide an engaging exploration of African American history in Southern Arizona and can be customized to reflect the age, interests, and educational goals of your group.
Youth & School Groups
- Groups with participants under 18 years of age must maintain one adult chaperone for every 10 youth.
PreK–12 groups of 30 or more students are required to schedule a guided tour with an AAMSAZ educator.
Reservations
Advance reservations are encouraged to help us provide the best possible visitor experience. We recommend submitting tour requests at least one week before your preferred visit date. Requests submitted with shorter notice will be accommodated whenever possible based on staff and museum availability.
After submitting your request, a member of our team will review your request and send a confirmation email with additional details about your visit.
Advance reservations help us coordinate staffing, accommodate multiple groups, and ensure a welcoming and engaging experience for every visitor.
- To schedule a tour, please complete the Museum Tours and Group Visits Form below.
- Join the museum’s mailing list to stay up-to-date on upcoming events and exhibitions.
Plan Your Visit:
The Museum welcomes visitors and tours: Wednesday – Saturday, 10am-4:0 pm. Fridays 10am-3:00pm
We can host group tours with the last tour beginning at 3:00pm, Fridays at 2:00pm.
The Museum is closed Sunday-Tuesday and during University of Arizona observed holidays and closures.
Please request visits at least two weeks in advance.
Please check our calendar before signing up for a potential day and time.
Once your request has been received, a member of our team will review availability and send a confirmation with your scheduled visit.
Tour request are scheduled based on staff and volunteer availability and museum programming.
Summer Closure Notice:
Summer Closure Notice (July 1–August 5)
The African American Museum of Southern Arizona will be closed for regular public visitation July 1–August 5 due to planned University of Arizona campus construction and facility improvements.
During this time:
The museum will be closed for regular visitors and self-guided tours.
Large groups (15–30 guests) may request a guided tour by advance appointment, subject to staff availability.
🌐 Explore our Virtual Museum, exhibits, and upcoming programs at www.aamsaz.org.
Regular museum hours will resume Wednesday, August 6.
Questions or interested in scheduling a large group tour? Contact Director Nikieia Johnson at nikieiajohnson@arizona.edu.
