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March 3, 2022
Women's History Month
In celebration of Women’s History Month, we highlight the contributions of Sarah Capps. WWII had a big impact on Sarah Capps's career. Prior to WWII, Sarah worked as a movie projectionist in Superior, AZ. Like many women during WWII, Sarah enlisted in the army as part of the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (W.A.A.C), stationed at Williams Airfield. Sarah's prior work experience was used to show combat footage for base training. Capps excelled in W.A.A.C and ended her military career as a Sergeant. Pictured is Sarah in one of her uniforms during her career with W.A.A.C. Stop by the museum and see Sarah's uniform!
Members Only Special! Florence Music Festival Tickets
Attention PCHS Museum Members!

All members can purchase discounted tickets at the museum to attend the Florence Music Festival occurring on March 11th and 12th.

Purchase two-day general admission tickets for $15 per person (normally $25 before taxes). Visit Florence Music Festival’s website for more information.
https://florencemusicfest.com/

Don't miss out on this amazing deal! Stop by the museum and get your tickets today (cash or check please)! If you have questions about your membership status, call 520-868-4382.
Mark your calendars for Arizona Gives Day!

Thank you to our members and friends who made our first Arizona Gives Day fundraiser a success in 2021. Your generosity totaled over $2,000. The Pinal County Historical Museum is participating in 2022’s Arizona Gives Day on April 5th - 6th, a 24-hour day of statewide giving.

Being in our third pandemic year, we need your help even more. Our visitation has not returned, and our outlook is uncertain. We are currently in peak season, and January’s visitation was down by 37% from pre-pandemic times. We will fully function through the end of our season through May, but the second half of the year is under evaluation for cuts in either programming and/or staff. 100% of your contribution directly supports our bottom line so we can continue to remain open to the public, offer opportunities for academic and community-based research, and high-caliber programs like our Annual Día de Los Muertos Celebration. Early giving begins on March 15th. Mark your calendar and please consider making a contribution to help us reach our fundraising goal of $5,000.  

https://www.azgives.org/PinalCountyHistoricalMuseum
Gift Shop Item of the Month
During Women’s History Month, pick up one of these great titles featuring women protagonists written by women.

“Military Wives in Arizona Territory” by Jan Cleere is $20. Read about the many women who braved the Arizona Territory with their husbands.

“These Is My Words” by Nancy Turner is $17. Follow the ups and downs of Sarah Agnes Prine in this historical fiction novel that takes place in the Arizona Territory.

“The Trunk Murderess: Winnie Ruth Judd” by Jana Bommersbach is $19. Pick up this book if you are interested in true crime novels and delve into the infamous “Trunk Murderess” case. 
Historic Florence Walking Tours
Last Chance to attend the Florence Historic Walking Tour!

The last Historic Florence Walking Tour of the 2021-2022 season is coming up on March 9th at 10:00 am. Discover which movie star was married here and how Florence’s street grid differs from most other towns. This tour begins at the iconic 1891 Second Pinal County Courthouse. The tour is limited to 12 participants; tickets are $20 per adult/$15 members. Call 520-868-4382 or follow the link to RSVP.
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March 13, 1920: Dr. Elsie Schildwachter opened her dental office in Room 24 of the Florence Hotel (Silver King Hotel). Dr. Schlidwachter had one of the most up-to-date and well-equipped dental offices in the state.
Pinal County Historical Museum
WEB: https://pinalcountyhistoricalmuseum.org/
715 South Main Street
Florence, AZ 85132
520-868-4382
EMAIL: pchsmuseum@yahoo.com