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Located in the Band Building at 300 E. Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85012 on the grounds of Steele Indian School Park, the Phoenix Indian School Visitor Center is a historic building that remains from the nearly 100 year old Indian boarding school. Visit the PISVC to learn the true history of Indian boarding schools across America.
Schedule your visit today to explore the PISVC and its gallery! Call 602-648-9713 or email PIVisitorCenter@nativeconnections.org to confirm tour availability. Our calendar of events indicates scheduled events; the PISVC is typically open 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday for individual tours by appointment only.
The PISVC venue and kitchen is available to rent with a variety of spaces & uses.
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We tell the authentic story of the Indian Boarding School experience to educate and connect our community to indigenous culture, teaching the history of forced assimilation and the legacy of trauma endured by generations of Native peoples. Learn more about the history of resilience at the Phoenix Indian School.
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The PISVC is looking to interview former students and employees of Phoenix Indian High School. If you attended the school or know of someone who did, please contact us at 602-648-9713 or by email PIVisitorCenter@nativeconnections.org if you'd like to share your story.
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Learn more about this important professional workshop exploring the legacies and contemporary impacts of Indian boarding schools, along with culturally responsive and place-based approaches to teaching and learning about this topic, taking place at this historic location summer 2024.
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Check out our calendar for upcoming events and dates available for tours or rentals. Connect with our team at 602-648-9713 or PIVisitorCenter@nativeconnections.org to confirm availability.
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