Twenty-five individuals and teams will receive awards from the Tucson Pima Arts Council at its 25^th anniversary celebration on Saturday, June 19. The event will be held at the Mercado San Agustín in the Menlo Park neighborhood of downtown Tucson.  “These influential people represent the past and the future of arts and culture in greater Tucson,” said Roberto Bedoya, executive director. “They’ve laid foundations and influenced transformed lives with their passion, creativity and commitment.”

Commemorative medallions will be presented to this esteemed group of performing and visual artists, writers, arts administrators, arts advocates, arts supporters, volunteers and visionaries. The 25 honorees are:

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An exhibit of saguaro photographs, both vintage and contemporary will be on display at the Tucson Botanical Gardens Porter Hall Gallery from June 4-August 29. The gallery is open during regular Garden hours: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 7 days a week. Regular admission charges apply.

About the show

Etherton Gallery asked artists to take a fresh look at the much beloved Saguaro using a photographic process. Terry Etherton and the staff of Etherton Gallery juried submissions. The resulting show features work by local as well as regional and national photographers. Diverse photographic processes are represented including ambrotypes and iPhone. A saguaro sculpture by artist Simon Donovan will also be on display.

Hours & Admission

Garden hours: Garden hours are 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Open seven days a week, year round, except July 4^th, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day and New Year’s Day.

Gardens’ admission: $7 for adults (age 13+), $3 for children 4-12, free for children 3 and under.

About the Gardens

Tucson Botanical Gardens is a private, non-profit organization that promotes botanical, horticultural, and ecological education; encourages responsible environmental stewardship; and provides a beautiful setting for enjoyment and relaxation. The Gardens is an urban oasis in the heart of Tucson featuring a 5 ½ acre collection of 16 specialty gardens. It is located at 2150 N. Alvernon Way. For more information, call (520) 326-9686, Ext. 10, email: info@tucsonbotanical.org