DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun
Legendary landmark of Art & Architecture
National Register of Historic Places – Tucson, Arizona

DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is a 10-acre historic district in the foothills of Tucson’s Santa Catalina Mountains. It was designed and built from the ground up by Arizona artist Ettore “Ted” DeGrazia, who achieved worldwide acclaim for his colorful paintings of native cultures of the Sonoran desert.
Using traditional adobe bricks crafted on-site, DeGrazia built the gallery so his paintings “would feel good inside”. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 DeGrazia originals including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. A limited number of DeGrazia originals are available for purchase, while the gift shop and online store offers a wide variety of popular DeGrazia reproductions.

The adjoining Mission in the Sun was built in 1952 in honor of Father Kino and dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe, patron saint of Mexico. With its rustic rock floor, open-air ceiling and DeGrazia murals, the mission is a beloved sanctuary for visitors year-round. Next to the mission are the artist’s original home, his gravesite, and the Little Gallery that hosts visiting artists during the winter months.

DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is maintained by the DeGrazia Foundation, which was established by the artist before his death to ensure the preservation of his beloved gallery and permanent exhibitions of his work for generations to come. In October 2006, the 10-acre foothills site was added to the National Register of Historic Places, and in March 2007 was included on the National Geographic Map Guide of the Sonoran Desert.

Events & Exhibits
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun sponsors events throughout the year include rotating exhibitions of original DeGrazia art, annual fall opening of the Little Gallery to showcase visiting artists, and La Fiesta de Guadalupe every December.

“Revolución: Tierra y Libertad" - Exhibition of Ted DeGrazia Paintings - The first formal exhibition of paintings by Ted DeGrazia that depict events of the Mexican Revolution includes 19 oils and 11 works on paper created by the artist from 1937-1973. In the early 1940s, DeGrazia was exposed to Mexican Revolution artworks first-hand during his tutelage under Diego Rivera and José Clemente Orozco in Mexico City. This exhibition showcases the influence of these mural masters. The exhibit is on display until January 16, 2009. Read more about ‘Revolución: Tierra y Libertad’.

Articles & Interviews
SouthwestBlend.com editors Nancy Reid & Lisa Smith visit the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, and later interviews Lance Laber, Executive Director of the DeGrazia Foundation on ‘Champagne Sundays’, SouthwestBlend.com’s online radio show. To read their article and listen to Lance’s interview about the Ted DeGrazia and the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun – Click Here.  

The DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is Open Daily from 10 am – 4pm.
There is no admission charge.
Address: 6300 North Swan, Tucson, AZ 85718
Tel: (520) 299-9191 or Toll Free: (800) 545-2185.
Website & Online Shop: www.DeGrazia.org