Nov 25, 2011

Try Shopping at MuseumsBy AZCentral.com

When you’re hunting for gifts, consider presents that give twice: to the recipient and to the Valley’s wide range of museums.

Museum shops are a welcome oasis. No long lines at the register. No endless loops of holiday mu-sic. No snarled traffic in parking lots.

And, in most cases, no sales tax. Your wallet gets a break at these non-profits, with their largely volunteer staffs. Every dollar you spend supports places that make the Valley richer through art, history, education, tourist appeal and fun.

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