~ Mesa, AZ - The City of Mesa is gearing up to celebrate National Historic Preservation Month with a free event on Saturday, May 2. The event, titled "Mesa Through Time - Honoring Our Past, Inspiring Our Future," will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Post located at 26 N. Macdonald.

The City's Historic Preservation Office and Historic Preservation Board are inviting all residents to join in the festivities and celebrate Mesa's rich history while also commemorating America's 250 years of existence. One of the highlights of the event will be an awards ceremony honoring the winners of the City's Historic Essay and Visual Arts Contest.

Students who participated in the contest will be recognized for their outstanding work, with first, second, and third-place winners being awarded in each category. This year's visual arts contest also featured a group project category, with one winning team being selected from groups of three to six students. All participants will receive a certificate of participation for their efforts.

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In addition to the awards ceremony, attendees can also enjoy a backyard BBQ setting complete with hot dogs and hamburgers. It promises to be a fun-filled day for all ages.

The City of Mesa is proud to participate in National Historic Preservation Month alongside other government agencies, historical societies, and preservation groups across the country. This month-long celebration aims to promote the importance of preserving historic places.

Mesa has a rich history and is home to eight locally designated historic districts (neighborhoods) and over a dozen landmarks listed on the Mesa Historic Property Register. Through events like this one, residents are invited to join in honoring our nation's past, present, and future.

This year's National Historic Preservation Month holds even more significance as it coincides with America's 250th anniversary. Mesa's participation in this nationwide celebration will culminate in the Arizona Celebration of Freedom on July 4, 2026. To learn more about the year-long series of events, visit mesaaz.gov/america250. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be a part of history and celebrate Mesa's past while looking towards the future.

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