HD SOUTH - Home of the Gilbert Museum
About This Museum
Now here's a thing you might not know: the heart of Gilbert's history isn't in some modern building, but in its very first dedicated schoolhouse. Stepping inside feels like walking into a living family album, where the walls are lined with faces of the farmers and families who shaped this town from its dusty beginnings. You can almost hear the whispers of children in the old classrooms and the rustle of cotton from the fields that once defined the landscape. It’s a place that doesn't just show you history, it lets you feel it.
Collection Highlights
Look for the stunning collection of vintage quilts stitched by local women and the powerful photographs capturing Gilbert's transformation from an agricultural community to the bustling place it is today. Don't miss the artifacts from everyday life—old farming tools, school desks, and personal items that tell quiet, personal stories.
Visitor Information
It's easy to find right on Gilbert Road, and there's a charming little shop inside where you can pick up a unique local souvenir. Just check their website for current hours before you pop in.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is a beautiful example of early 20th-century Classical Revival architecture, with its stately columns and a bell tower that once called students to class.
Contact & Location
Address: Gilbert Historical Society Museum, 10, South Gilbert Road, Stonebridge Lakes Manor, Gilbert, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85296, United States
Phone: +1 480-926-1577
Website: Visit Website
