Chandler Attractions
Chandler is the seventh-largest city in Arizona, located in southeastern metropolitan Phoenix, with a population just over 100,000. It was founded in 1920 by the territory's first veterinary surgeon, Dr. Alexander John Chandler.
Chandler began with agriculture as its chief industry but at present manufacturing and electronics have pushed agriculture to the back seat.
Chandler began with agriculture as its chief industry but at present manufacturing and electronics have pushed agriculture to the back seat.
Arizona Railway Museum
The Arizona Railway Museum in Chandler includes a preserved steam locomotive from 1906 and other railway artifacts. The collection of railroad lanterns spans over 100 years from a variety of different railroads.
At one time, each railroad created its own china pattern to serve meals on longer trips. The Arizona Railway Museum has a display of patterns from various railroads.
At one time, each railroad created its own china pattern to serve meals on longer trips. The Arizona Railway Museum has a display of patterns from various railroads.
Chandler Center for the Arts
Chandler Center for the Arts has three stages for performing arts events, emphasizing the cultural diversity of Arizona.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Chandler Historical Museum
The Chandler Historical Museum brings to life the story of Chandler and Central Arizona through artifacts, photographs and reconstructed period rooms. Exhibits highlight the importance of cotton beginning with the Hohokam Indians, numerous Hohokam artifacts, the impact that Dr Chandler had in shaping the town. The museum also features the Chandler Sports Hall of Fame.
The Chandler Museum presents this history from the first settlers, the Hohokam through the development of the City of Chandler today.
The Chandler Museum presents this history from the first settlers, the Hohokam through the development of the City of Chandler today.
Chandler Historical Museum
178 East Commonwealth Avenue
Chandler, AZ 85225
United States
178 East Commonwealth Avenue
Chandler, AZ 85225
United States
Phone 1 (480) 786-2717
Fax 1 (480) 782-2765
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 19:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Compadre Stadium and Regional Sports Complex
The Compadre Stadium and Regional Sports Complex in Chandler is home to baseball's Cactus League spring training. It also features multiple lighted fields for both baseball and softball players of all ages.
Farmers Market
The Farmers' Market takes place in Dr A.J. Chandler Park every Thursday afternoon, with a variety of fresh produce and other items on display.
Chandler Farmers Market
Boston Street and Arizona Avenue
Chandler, AZ
United States
Boston Street and Arizona Avenue
Chandler, AZ
United States
Phone 1 (480) 855-3539
Fax 1 (480) 855-3378
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | 15:00 | Closed | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 19:00 |
Vision Gallery
The Vision Gallery in Chandler displays work by local artists. Mediums on display in the Vision Gallery include oil and acrylic works on canvas, watercolor, sculpture, pottery, hand blown glass, mixed media and hand made jewelry.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 16:00 |
Xeriscape Demonstration Garden
The Xeriscape Demonstration Garden in Chandler is designed to illustrate techniques for landscaping with limited water supply.
Chandler Water Conservation Office
Box 4008
Chandler, AZ 85244
United States
Box 4008
Chandler, AZ 85244
United States
Phone 1 (480) 786-3580
Fax 1 (480) 782-3805
