Discover the treasures awaiting you at Brass Armadillo Antique Mall, where you can browse a vast array of collectibles, antiques, and memorabilia from more than 600 antique dealers. You'll be amazed at the selection of Star Wars memorabilia and other nostalgic collectibles. Also, you'll find various antique items, including Depression glass, crystal, china, and pottery, such as Roseville and Rookwood. If you're a history buff, you definitely won't want to miss the military memorabilia. The dealers have rare items from the Revolutionary War, Civil War, World War I, and World War II. And, if you're looking for something specific, they've got you covered with a personal shopping request service.
The Valley Youth Theatre is a beautiful place for young audiences to experience live productions by talented young actors and behind-the-scenes staff. They even have a children's orchestra. With at least six shows per year, there's always something exciting happening at this theater. It's incredible to see how much of a positive impact Valley Youth Theatre has had on many children and their families since 1989. The performing arts can inspire children to be their best, and Valley Youth Theatre is a shining example.
Find your green-thumb inspiration in the garden's Berlin Agave Yucca Forest or the Desert Wildflower Loop Trail at the Desert Botanical Garden, a naturalist's dream where they showcase more than 145 acres of stunning desert blooms, flora, and fauna year-round. The site opened in 1939 and now boasts over 21,000 plants, including outdoor exhibits and displays, specialty greenhouses, and endangered and fragile species preservation. One-third of the plants are native to the area, while the remaining plants come from all over the world, including special collections from Australia and Baja California. Ecosystems represented include mesquite bosque, semidesert grassland, and upland chaparral scrub.