Santa Cruz Valley Historical Society

10/05/2026

https://www.gvnews.com/news/local/descendant-visits-pioneers-sahuarita-grave-vows-to-keep-remains-undisturbed/article_0d49d0c3-444a-46de-949f-3cee8995f1f7.html

A descendant of homesteader Nelson Sawyer visited the century-old gravesite on Thursday, lighting a candle within the small adobe-walled plot and reiterating his family’s determination to leave Sawyer’s remains undisturbed.

10/04/2026

SCVHS would truly appreciate your vote! 😊✅️

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10/01/2026

The SCVHS Family sends our love, prayers and condolences to Mary (Mac), Steve and all who knew and treasured John Chernoski.

09/28/2026

We are excited to be adding two more historical markers in our community! We are looking for donations from businesses & individuals to hire the Anza Trail Color Guard. It would be an exciting addition to the festivities.

09/25/2026

Los Ninos del Valle was started in the 1970s and was located at the old Continental School.
If you have photos or memories of LNDV or Continental School, we'd love to hear from you! We're working on a historical marker for the school.

09/22/2026

When you buy a ticket for a chance to win these great prizes, you're supporting history in our community! Comment & a SCVHS board member will contact you. 😊

09/18/2026

If you missed this excellent talk from our guest speakers, here is your chance to listen! You will be amazed at what you'll learn about Spain and the American Revolution.

Historians Daniel Judkins and Phil Halpenny discuss Spain's influen...

09/14/2026

Precious water has been & always will be part of our history. Don't waste it! 💧

09/12/2026

Spain and the American Revolution talk was well received and enjoyed by the attendees. Follow for updates about future talks. Always FREE! 😊

09/07/2026

Benjamin Franklin invented the Glass Armonica. Come learn about this & how Spain played a critical role in the American Revolution. FREE talk by Dan Judkins & Phil Halpenny tomorrow 9/8 @ 10AM at St. Francis in the Valley Episcopal Church.