Chandler Museum — Attraction in Chandler

It's a small museum that took me a little under an hour to explore. After you walk past the nicely decorated roof that shades the entrance to the museum, you walk towards your right and that's where the exhibits are. The first room was about the Japanese Internment camps in AZ and there were a list of names along with origami cranes to represent those interned. There were also a few artifacts from those camps. After that, there was a coloring area, and beyond that, there were some paintings and items (like space heaters, telephone, etc) from the 1900s. Once done with this area, you can exit into the main hall to look at some pictures placed on the walls from Chandler in the past. After that, you can exit a door their Living Room building. The Living Room is a tiny room with two sofas, old silverware and dishes from the 1900s and pictures of a historic hotel. There wasn't too much to see, but the museum is so well maintained- clean, aesthetically pleasing, and all the displays have helpful signs if you want to learn about them. The front desk ladies were especially kind and welcoming, and also informed me of the tours that they...

I attended the Zora Folley exhibit Food truck event. The walk through in the museum was very engaging, and offered alot of fun facts and pictures of sights in the State of Arizona. The history of Muhammad Ali and the fight story with Zora the boxer being the feature highlights. The pictures displayed and the video showing the great boxing fight between Muhammad Ali and Zora. I met boxer Zora's daughter who was friendly and open to speaking about their family during the time of their father's famous time in history. The Mayor, City Council, and Guest speakers offered acknowledgement and details on the reopening of the museum and plans for future events. The Host was most appreciative of the wonderful turn of people from the Chandler and surrounding areas. The food truck vendors offered additional entertainment and various food choices as well as edible baked goods and gift item. A very well rounded event which also included the Phoenix Subclub 40+Double...

Chandler Museum, located in Chandler, Arizona, is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history and culture of Chandler and the surrounding area. The museum features a variety of exhibits that highlight the city's development, from its founding and agricultural roots to its growth into a vibrant suburban community.

The museum's exhibitions include artifacts, photographs, and stories that reflect the diverse experiences of Chandler's residents. In addition to its permanent collection, the museum often hosts temporary exhibits, educational programs, and community events designed to engage visitors of all ages.

Chandler Museum aims to foster a sense of community and connection through its offerings, making it a valuable resource for both locals and visitors interested in learning more about the history of the region. If you have specific questions about exhibits, events, or visiting the Chandler Museum, just...