Welcome to the Santa Cruz Valley

Welcome to southern Arizona's beautiful Santa Cruz Valley! We are happy you are making this visit to this unique environment with a rich historic legacy. 

We invite you to explore our website and learn about National Heritage Areas, the unique heritage experiences of the Santa Cruz Valley, tourism itineraries, our heritage education and promotion programs, how you can join in this locally-grown grassroots effort, and so much more.

Check out our Heritage Foods program, which includes a Local & Heritage Foods Directory, Regional Food Brand, and special events revolving around the fun and tasty food traditions of the Santa Cruz Valley. 

UPDATES
Win a Nissan LEAF 100% electric car and charging station!
Support our Heritage Business Members.
Learn about our regional food brand Santa Cruz Valley Harvest. 
AZ Illustrated interview, Janos Wilder and Vanessa Bechtol.
Now available Local & Heritage Foods Directory!
Check out the Interactive Heritage Tourism Map.