Kennedy Memorial Park - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

This is the only park of its kind located at the site of the old Yuma railroad depot. It has been designed to honor ALL military veterans, living and deceased, no matter which branch of service. To be honored with a plaque, a person needs only to have served in one of the military branches, whether two years ago or 50.

A majestic art centre, With over 100,000 visitors each year, which is home to the Division of Arts and Culture which advances the arts by providing distinct opportunities for community participation and artistic growth. They annually produces several theatre productions, over twenty visual art exhibitions, holds nearly fifty unique performing and visual arts classes and so more.

The Sanguinetti House Museum and Gardens are open to the public for tours and tea throughout the day. Enjoy our exhibits and treat yourself to a delightfully decadent sweet from the Sanguinetti Chocolate Shoppe. Discover why the Sanguinetti House Museum and Gardens are known as the Jewel of Historic Yuma.

A beautiful park situated in the heart of Yuma, perfect for an easy break any time of the day. Four covered picnic areas offer shelter from the elements as well as BBQ grills, making Carver Park the perfect place for a small get-together with friends or family. It comprises of 18 acres of land and there are so many things to see and do.

Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area is a cultural crossroads offering visitors a diverse and intriguing history. It boasts two state historic parks, one National Historic Landmark—Yuma Crossing and Associated Sites—two new riverfront parks connected by a multi-use path, 400 acres of restored wetlands, and an interpretive plaza that tells the many stories of the Yuma Crossing.

The Yuma East Wetlands consists of nearly 500 acres of wetlands owned by the City of Yuma, the Quechan Indian Tribe, and Arizona Game and Fish Department.Located in the Yuma Desert in Arizona, YCNHA contains over 1,500 acres of previous freshwater wetlands along the Colorado River. It is considered a model for wetlands restoration in the desert Southwest and is led by a partnership between the Heritage Area, Quechan Indian Tribe, City of Yuma, and Arizona Game and Fish Department.