Nogales Border Community Heritage Exploration
from
$50
Nogales
AZ
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
1 hour
30 minutes
  • • Explore the Bicultural Insights of Nogales, Arizona
  • • Enjoy a 1.5 Hour Trek Through Historical Nogales
  • • Experience the Most Engaging Perspective on Border Myths
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Why We Love This Unique Experience

Unlock the stories embedded in the rich history of Nogales with the Nogales Past & Present Tour. This captivating journey explores the unique cultural tapestry and geographical significance of this vibrant border community. Ideal for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike, this immersive experience brings to life the narratives that have shaped Nogales over the years.

The tour encompasses a scenic exploration of both sides of the border, beginning with a detailed overview of the historical Crawford Avenue district, which sets the stage for understanding the ecological and cultural nuances of Ambos Nogales. Each stop along the way unveils a piece of the puzzle, from the battles of the Mexican Revolution to the modern-day challenges facing the community. Attendees will gain invaluable insights into the evolution of commercial avenues and the impact of cross-border lives. Engaging discussions highlight the region's unique heritage and the artistic expressions that define its streets today, creating a deeper appreciation for the area's intricate history.

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Experience Overview:

Nogales Past & Present Tour

Demystifying Nogales and deconstructing the myths of the border are the purposes of this trek. Discover the geographic importance and biculturalism of the border community during this visit to the Arizona (US) half of Ambos Nogales. The itinerary explores the heritage behind the commercial and migration crossroads and offers an interpretation of the contemporary challenges at diverse reference points within the cityscape.

Meeting Point

Burger King

47 N Sonoita Ave, Nogales, AZ 85621, USA

We will meet inside the Burger King at a table. I will have a BORDERLANDIA t-shirt on. You may park in the back section only of the BK parking lot, it is $5 for parking payable at the cashier inside.

What to expect:

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Nogales

Nogales, Arizona

We will first gain an understanding of Nogales' geography by going through the historic Crawford Ave district to an ideal vantage point of both or "Ambos" Nogales.
Here we talk about the unique ecological zone we find ourselves in and also talk about the timeline of the wall that we can see following the irregular landscape.
As we descend the hill we will immerse ourselves in the history of the Mexican Revolution in Nogales and the three important battles which were fought here.
Following this, we head for the main port of entry, the Dennis DeConcini, downtown. Here, we will talk about a little-known Great Depression era work and the realities of crossing for people whose lives span both sides of the border. Heading over to the Morley Avenue streetscape, we will see the evolution of this commercial avenue through historic images and an overview of some of Nogales, Arizona's current challenges, visit a new art studio and gallery and finally we will take in the new murals.

1 hour, 30 minutes

Sacred Heart Parish

272 N Rodriguez St, Nogales, 85621-2616, Arizona

We will talk about Nogales's role as part of the annual pilgrimage that has taken place in the borderlands since at least the 1700s and the Sonoran religious and cultural heritage of our binational region

10 minutes

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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Borderlandia LLC

Product SKU: US-6829-0004
Google Business Profile: Borderlandia LLC

Nogales Cultural and Historical Exploration Tour

Nogales
AZ
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
1 hour
30 minutes
  • • Explore the Bicultural Insights of Nogales, Arizona
  • • Enjoy a 1.5 Hour Trek Through Historical Nogales
  • • Experience the Most Engaging Perspective on Border Myths
or

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