The Basque Legacy in the Borderlands

Long before Arizona became part of the United States, Basque settlers: soldiers, ranchers, and miners left a lasting imprint on the Arizona-Sonora borderlands. From their role in Spanish colonial expeditions to the development of ranching traditions that still endure today, the Basque influence runs deep in the region's history.

This presentation will explore the Basque presence in the Spanish Empire, their contributions to presidio life, cattle ranching, commerce, and the cultural traditions they brought from the Bay of Biscay and the Pyrennes. We'll also examine how their legacy continues to shape the identify of the Southwest.

For more information, please visit: https://www.tubacpresidio.org/events-1/the-basque-legacy-in-the-borderlands

You may also like the following events from Visit Nogales-Santa Cruz County:

• This month, 28th August, 05:00 pm, 2025 Nogales Night Out in Nogales
• Next month, 6th September, 09:00 am, 25th Annual Sonoita Ranch Rodeo & Ranch Horse Competition in Sonoita
• Next month, 12th September, 11:00 am, The 2025 Santa Cruz County Fair in Sonoita

Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Tubac.