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The Scottsdale Historical Society welcomes donations of photographs, documents, and artifacts that help preserve and tell the story of Scottsdale's rich history. These donations play an important role in expanding our collections and ensuring that future generations can learn from the people, places, and events that shaped our community.
Because our collections storage space is limited, we are selective about the items we accept. If you are unsure whether your item is appropriate for our collection, we encourage you to contact us before bringing it to the museum. We accept donations of historical materials on the first and third Mondays of each month from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the back door of the Little Red School House. If you are unable to visit during those hours, please email us at archive@scottsdalehistory.org or call us at 480-945-4499 to arrange another convenient time. For questions about donating photographs, documents, or artifacts, you may also email us at archive@scottsdalehistory.org. We appreciate your generosity and your partnership in preserving Scottsdale's history for future generations.
Items accepted – must be related to Scottsdale or the Town of Paradise Valley
Photographs of buildings, neighborhoods, businesses, and early ranching and farming.
Photographs of historic local people.
Historic documents.
Artifacts
Items and photographs related to local Native American history.
Books related to Scottsdale or the Town of Paradise Valley or a connection to this area.
Scottdale High School artifacts
We have an extensive collection of materials related to Scottsdale High School and will only accept unique items in that category. Please contact us first.
Items not accepted
Scottsdale High School yearbooks.
Family photographs or albums.
Printed material, including newspapers and magazines, are accepted by the Library. Contact the Library at: https://www.scottsdalelibrary.org/services/ask-a-librarian.
SPECIFIC ARTIFACTS, PHOTOGRAPHS, AND DOCUMENTS NEEDED
Rawhide
Scottsdale Equestrian Center
Paradise Park
Adam's Arabians, Allison Arabians, Chauncey Arabians
Guest ranches and resorts
Pretty Penny Ranch, Sandspur Ranch, Powder Horn Ranch, Brusally Ranch
Motorola GED
Dickson Electronics
Sentry Insurance
Discount Tire
Armour-Dial Research facility
Motorola Mile
Los Arcos Mall
Coronado School - Little Red Schoolhouse (1928-1954)
Coronado/Saguaro/Chaparral High Schools
Jokake School for Girls, Judson Schools for Boys (and Girls),
Brownmoor School for Girls
Valley Country Club, Pima Country Club, Monterey Country Club
Ironwood Golf Course
Tennis tournaments at the Fairmont Princess
The Cactus Cup mountain bike race
Solano pottery.