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Telephone Pioneer Museum
20 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85012
+1 602 630 2060
#144 of 249 things to do rated by Real Travelers

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This fun little museum offers a look into the telephone's past. Delve into communication device history and follow its development. Twenty-five interactive displays educate about periods from the 1800s to the present day. Featured exhibits include the Teletype and telegraph machines, hand tools, early coin phones, switchboards and even old directories. Admission is free and parking is available. This museum is open to the public by appointment only.

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Daily 9a-3p

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