Exploring Arizona's History at the Road to 250 Traveling Museum and Liberty Bell Exhibit

America 250 Traveling Museum exhibit in Prescott, AZ

Prescott Welcomes the Road to 250

This past weekend, downtown Prescott became a gathering place for history, community, and conversation.

The Road to 250 Arizona Traveling Museum and Liberty Bell Exhibit made its first stop here, bringing a replica Liberty Bell, historic documents, artwork, and interactive displays for all ages. Families explored together, kids asked questions, and visitors experienced Arizona’s story in a hands-on way all free and open to the public.

The event opened with a dedication from Manuel Lucero of the Museum of Indigenous People, who offered a land acknowledgment and set the tone for the day by honoring the deep Indigenous roots of this region.

A Bell on a Journey

Arizona’s replica Liberty Bell is traveling to all 15 counties, connecting communities through shared history. Each stop highlights local stories while recognizing the many voices including Indigenous perspectives that shape Arizona’s past and present.

Prescott was proud to be the first stop on this statewide journey.

The Museum of Indigenous People’s Presence

The Museum of Indigenous People played a meaningful role throughout the event.

Volunteers welcomed visitors, shared cultural knowledge, and offered engaging displays that helped broaden the historical narrative. The booth wasn’t just informational it created space for conversation and reflection.

It was a reminder that Arizona’s history is layered, diverse, and still alive today.

To learn where the traveling museum is headed next, visit: https://www.america250az.org/travelingmuseum

History feels different when it comes to you and when everyone’s story has a place within it.