ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center
Tucson, Arizona
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Learn about the copper industry at the ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center. It features numerous exhibits, a Discovery Theater, a garden and a gift shop with jewelry by local artisans. Tours of the Mission Mine are also available.
Do & See
Whether you love the great outdoors or thrive in an urban setting, the Tucson area abounds with activities. Hikers and cyclists will feel right at home in the mountains or on the city's urban pathways. The more adventurous outdoors-man might enjoy doing a little bit of rock climbing. Science nuts might want to check out one of the area's many observatories or Arizona University's ecological engineering marvel, the Biosphere 2. "Old Pueblo" is also home to several museums, galleries, and festivals that allow visitors to get a feel for Tucson's culture and history.