Why phoenix is awesome

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The central business district of the city is also the center of major sports activities, concerts, shopping, dining, and theatre. The Phoenix area is home to many diverse museums specializing in everything from the art of native peoples of the Southwest to science to musical instruments.

What sets The Heard Museum apart is the fact that it is a living museum featuring contemporary art alongside historical artifacts. Photo: Mark B. Schlemmer via Flickr. Named as one of the premier science centers in the nation with hands-on exhibits and a state-of-the-art planetarium, Arizona Science Center is not to be missed. They feature events and workshops for all ages ranging from small children to adults so you can always find something educational and just plain cool to do here.

Photo: Forgemind ArchiMedia via Flickr. For more information on the many area museums, check out the Visit Phoenix website. From steak to seafood, Italian to Asian, Phoenix has it all for excellent dining options! And, of course, some of the most authentic Mexican cuisine you can find. Photo: Eileen Kane via Flickr. Keep New Times Free. Since we started Phoenix New Times , it has been defined as the free, independent voice of Phoenix, and we'd like to keep it that way.

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