Tempe History Museum April News & Events

Built in 1892, Petersen House is the oldest Queen Anne Victorian brick residence in the Salt River Valley. Despite its current urban setting, this colorful Victorian home was once the center of a bustling ranch, an elegant declaration of one family's status and influence in a growing town.

Find out how life in early Tempe may have been different than you think, why this charming house is a preservation success story and more with two tour opportunities. Parking is limited and carpooling is encouraged when you visit.

FREE Saturday Open House
Drop by Petersen House on Saturday, April 20, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. for a free self-guided tour. No registration necessary, donations welcome.

Guided Tours
Register now for dates through April
Get a close-up view of this iconic historic home with a guided group tour! Registration is now open for February dates. Visit tempe.gov/MuseumHistoricHouses to view dates and register. Tours last approximately 75 minutes and 10 spaces are available on each tour.

Large Group Private Tours
Request now for dates through April
Are you hosting a family reunion, planning a team-building event or scheduling outings for a senior living community? Bring your group of 11 to 20 people to Petersen House, the oldest Queen Anne Victorian brick residence in the Salt River Valley! Visit tempe.gov/MuseumHistoricHouses to submit a tour request for dates through April 2024.

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