About AZ Questers
KEEPING HISTORY ALIVE—one discovery, one story, and one treasure at a time.
Arizona Questers began in 1973 through the efforts of Lois Bostwick Michaels, who was instrumental in establishing the first 18 Arizona chapters. The Arizona State Organization of Questers was chartered on February 7, 1975.
Today, Questers across Arizona gather to learn, explore, and share their enthusiasm for the past. Whether you participate through a local chapter or as a Member-at-Large, there’s a way to be involved that fits your interests and your schedule.
Questers enjoy programs about history and antiques, field trips, visits to interesting places, and opportunities to discover the people, places, and objects that help tell Arizona’s story. And we’re not just interested in learning about history—we’re committed to doing something to preserve it.
Through fundraising and grants, Arizona Questers support the preservation of historic sites, buildings, and artifacts and help provide educational opportunities that keep history alive for future generations.
Verde Valley Questers parade through town to advertise their homemade pickles and pies at Camp Verde annual events. This chapter has longed supported the restoration and preservation efforts for the historic Hance House at Fort Verde.
Prescott’s Thumb Butte and Yavapai Questers team up every year to host the Prescott Antique Show & Vintage Market. This annual event has produced over $150,000 used to fund area preservation, restoration and education projects.
PRESERVATION & EDUCATION PROJECTS
Since the mid-1970s, Arizona Questers have put their love of history into action. From historic buildings and sites to important artifacts and educational programs, our chapters have supported projects that help preserve Arizona’s heritage for generations to come
Arizona’s Merci Train Boxcar at the McCormick Railroad Park In Scottsdale. The Four Peaks chapter raised funds to pay for new storyboards detailing the historical relationship and enduring friendship between the United States and France following World War
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of women's right to vote, the Arizona State Questers launched a history preservation project in 2020 that featured a six-panel timeline highlighting key dates and milestones.
Hayden’s Ferry chapter in Tempe has a long relationship with the Tempe History Museum—the former site of the Neils Petersen house. Through various fundraising events, the chapter has supported several interior restoration projects that keeps this historic site in good shape.
Tucked away in the little town of Greer in the White Mountains of eastern Arizona is a historic log cabin built in 1913 that now houses the Butterfly Lodge Museum. Palatki chapter received a State grant of $6,000 to restore the exterior of the cabin.
HISTORY IN THE MAKING
Arizona Questers are helping inspire the next generation to discover and appreciate history through our support of National History Day. Each year, Arizona Questers recognize outstanding student work with special awards in three divisions:
Youth Division—$50
Junior Division—$100
Senior Division—$150
These awards recognize students whose work demonstrates a strong interest in history and reflects the spirit of discover, learning, and preserving the stories of our past.
find your place in questers
Do you have a curiosity about history, antiques, and the stories behind the places and objects around you? Questers offer many ways to explore that interest and be part of a community that believes history is worth preserving.
JOIN A CHAPTER NEAR YOU
From the greater Phoenix area to Tucson, the Verde Valley to Sedona and Prescott, Questers chapters are bringing people together to learn, explore, and preserve history To find a chapter near you click here
MEMBER-AT-LARGE
Love history and want to be part of the Questers organization, but aren’t able to attend regular chapter meetings or don’t live near a chapter? Member-at-Large may be the right fit for you. It offers a flexible way to stay connected to Questers, participate in activities when you can, and share in our mission of keeping history alive
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Contact THe AZ Questers
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THE QUESTERS HEADQUARTERS
210 South Quince Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107-5534
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If you have any questions or need to contact the AZ Questers Administrator, please send an email to:
arizonaquesters@gmail.com
