State of Arizona Research Library

08/03/2026

Do you like cookbooks, Flagstaff, and/or Arizona history? Read our latest blog post “The Century-old Cookbook at the Heart of Frontier Flagstaff.” We’d love to hear about your favorite Arizona recipes that have stood the test of time! https://ow.ly/lXoR50ZvWQO

08/01/2026

Ready to explore our digital collection of the Arizona Grocers periodical from 1945-1987? The issues focused on the food retail industry, providing news and educational resources for retail grocers. We found these fun ads for a variety of beverages in the August 1945 issue. Share the fun ads you find in the comments!
https://ow.ly/iSkl50ZvnaI

07/24/2026

We welcomed a delegation from Japan onsite last week! We talked about the work of the Research Library and State Archives () and discussed issues related to cultural heritage preservation and access. Many thanks to Global Ties Arizona (), the official implementing partner of the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) in Arizona, for coordinating the visit.

07/20/2026

The April 2026 issue of Arizona Highways Magazine is now online on the Arizona Memory Project. This issue's cover theme is Escaramuza: Celebrating Mexican heritage in Arizona. Articles include Reins Supreme, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhoods, and Pillar of the Community.

07/13/2026

📣📣 Hear ye, hear ye! 📣📣
It’s International Town Criers Day! Before social media, newsletters, or government websites, communities relied on town criers — the original “breaking news” (and the tea 🍵). Armed with a bell and zero concern for noise ordinances, they spread the word far and wide.

Their echoes live on in our territorial newspapers, municipal minutes, and state documents at the State of Arizona Research Library.

Click here to make an appointment: https://ow.ly/Mc3E50ZlJW0

07/12/2026

Happy Etch A Sketch Day! A perfect time to remember that even the best plans can be erased with one dramatic shake.

Try sketching your favorite Arizona landmark! Then check out our maps, photos, and territorial records at the State of Arizona Research Library, no k***s required.

Click here to make an appointment: https://azsos.libanswers.com/form?queue_id=2130

View our catalog here: https://asli.na5.iiivega.com/

07/10/2026

The February 2026 issue of Arizona Highways Magazine is now online on the Arizona Memory Project. This issue's cover theme is Bridge to the Past. Articles include Remembering Arizona, Two Can Play at This Game, and The Path of Most Resistance.

To view this issue and more click here: https://azmemory.azlibrary.gov/nodes/view/341498

07/08/2026

✨✨Happy be a Kid Day! ✨✨

At the State of Arizona Research Library, we believe curiosity has no age limit. Take a moment today to explore something new, rediscover a childhood favorite, or follow a question just because it’s fun.

To view more materials like these: https://azmemory.azlibrary.gov/

What was your favorite game as a kid?

07/03/2026

06/25/2026

✨This week’s features the U.S. Congressional Serial Set✨
It includes private claims & pension reports, land grants, War of the Rebellion records, Official Registers, military registers, and 1790 Census volumes.
Explore in person or online via GPO.

Make an appointment here: https://ow.ly/ZTIm50ZhhtW
View on GPO: https://ow.ly/TgPg50ZhhtX
Read more in our blog post: https://statelibraryofarizona.wordpress.com/2025/06/23/federal-documents-genealogical-gem-the-u-s-congressional-serial-set/