Introducing our “Historic South Phoenix: Landmarks and Boundaries” map! Take a look! What icons of South Phoenix bring back memories for you? What’s missing from
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Community Archives and Local History
SPOH and SMCC representing at the Pacific Coast Branch of the American Historical Association Conference, July 2026! Dr. Summer Cherland will deliver a panel paper
2026-2027 Promos Released!
2026 Promos released
Exhibit Coming Soon: Black Innovators of South Phoenix
Students and faculty of the South Phoenix Oral History Project are hard at work preparing an exhibit highlighting Black Innovators of South Phoenix. Student researchers
Spring Break in the South Phoenix Archives
During March 2026, the South Phoenix Oral History Project’s “Spring Break in the Archives” allowed students to research historical materials, including digitizing photos, compiling art by Clendolyn Corbin, and analyzing Winstona Aldridge’s personal photographs. Student work will enhance future public access and educational events.
SMCC Students Explore South Phoenix Hispanic Heritage
Spring 2026 Over the course of several weeks, 22 history students at South Mountain Community College put their research into action. Informed by coursework content,
South Phoenix Oral History Project 