Tucson History

"The Old Pueblo"


Tucson History: Buildings

 

Do personalities shape events, or do events shape personalities?  Read the stories of these Tucson pioneers and their contributions to the growth of the city -- then decide!


Corbett House

180 N. Main Ave.

Built in 1907 by lumber dealer J. Knox Corbett and designed by Holmes & Holmes.  The NW corner of lot is site of Presidio wall.  The home was one of the first to be refrigerated.  The house is managed by the Tucson Museum of Art and is a museum open to the public.


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