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The exterior of a modern building with large glass windows displaying the word “MUSEUM.” Inside, several chairs are arranged in rows.

Tempe History Museum

A Vibrant Community Hub

The Tempe History Museum project involved the renovation and expansion of a 40,000-square-foot community history museum. The design aims to create a vibrant and dynamic image for the museum, enhancing its identity and visibility within the community while expanding its programmatic offerings. The project includes 10,000 square feet of interactive exhibition space and public areas for a research library and archive storage.

A key feature is the multi-purpose Community Room, which hosts a wide range of community programs, including art exhibitions, lectures, concerts, and community celebrations. The museum serves as a gathering place with flexible, interactive, and appealing spaces designed to attract a diverse and engaged audience that celebrate Tempe’s history and contemplate its future.

Exterior view of the Tempe History Museum, featuring a modern facade with a red banner on the upper section and a sidewalk leading to the entrance. Trees stand in front of the building.
Museum lobby with informational displays on the back wall, a reception desk, and modern black seating in the foreground. A large hanging piece of art is visible in the upper part of the image.
A modern lobby features large cylindrical hanging banners with historical photos, a seating area with black furniture, and multiple display screens on the wall.
A detailed floor plan of a building showing multiple labeled rooms, corridors, and areas. A legend on the right identifies various functions and spaces within the layout.
A museum interior featuring exhibits with totem poles, a red circular seating area, and visitors exploring displays.
A glass display case contains various artifacts such as pottery and tools in a museum setting. There are information plaques and a world map visible in the background.
Two people are viewing a glass display case with historical artifacts in a museum exhibit. Various other displays and exhibits are visible in the background.
A large room with rows of empty green and blue chairs facing a windowed wall. There is a carpeted floor and a well-lit open area beyond the glass.
An empty room with rows of green and blue chairs faces a large glass window with the word “MUSEUM” in white letters; two people are standing outside the window.
A modern building with a bold red sign reading “Tempe Historical Museum” on its facade, displaying well-lit interior and exterior at dusk. The entrance is flanked by landscaping and a walkway.

Project Information

Location

Tempe, Arizona

Collaborators

Gyroscope, Exhibit Design

Floor Associates, Landscape Architect

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