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DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun

The DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is an iconic Tucson landmark located at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Established by the famous artist, Ettore DeGrazia, the property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and features a museum of DeGrazia's work and an adobe chapel, called the Mission in the Sun, as well as striking murals, gardens and the artist's home and grave site. Free public tours are available, but must be scheduled in advance.

Address: 6300 North Swan Road

Website: www.degrazia.org

Telephone: (520) 299 9191

Transport: From downtown follow Broadway Boulevard five miles (8km), turn right at Swan Road and drive straight seven miles (11km).

Opening times: Open daily 10am-4pm, except New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.