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Historic Home Tour January 17, 2026 | 10am-4pm Limited Timed Ticket entry Check-in: Jefferson Recreation Center - 120 S Jefferson Ave, Mesa, AZ 85208 Step inside Mesa’s mid-century past during the 2026 Historic Home Tour, featuring five remarkable homes in the Golden Hills neighborhood. Known for its distinctive desert modern design, Golden Hills represents a unique chapter in Mesa’s architectural history. This year’s highlight is the Ponderosa II — a full-scale replica of the Bonanza ranch house built in 1963 by actor Lorne Greene. For the first time ever, the Ponderosa II is available to the public to tour, offering a rare inside look at this iconic Mesa landmark. Guests will explore the Ponderosa II along with four additional mid-century homes that showcase the charm and innovation of the era. All attendees must check in at the Jefferson Recreation Center, located near Power Rd. and Broadway. Please note: Do not go to the Mesa Historical Museum; the museum is approximately 25 minutes away from the tour area. Parking is at the rec center only. A shuttle will transport guests to and from the Golden Hills neighborhood. No street parking is available at the homes. Tickets: $30 per person Timed entry slots with limited capacity. Tickets go on sale on our website Saturday Nov. 29th at 10am. Ticket sales go offline Friday January 16th at 4pm - day of tickets not available. 

Tickets: https://www.mesahistoricalmuseum.com/event-details/2026-historic-home-tour