Cochise County’s Hidden Gems Unearthed: Inside the New Science and Technology Museum

Since 1995, Ron Hyde has been dreaming of a history museum in Sierra Vista. In late 2023, that dream began to come true when he found the perfect location for the museum. As the curator of the Southern Arizona Museum of Science and Technology, Hyde teamed up with Roger Weller, a former geology professor at Cochise College and member of the Huachuca Mineral and Gem Club, to bring the museum to life.

The goal of the museum is to showcase the rich history of Cochise County, filled with beautiful minerals, fossils, and natural history. Hyde and Weller hope to not only educate visitors about STEM topics but also boost the local economy through tourism. The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with suggested donation rates for admission.

Blake Phillips, a reporter for KGUN 9 who is originally from St. Louis, Missouri but grew up in Sierra Vista, is passionate about giving back to the community where he was raised and encourages people to share their stories and important issues with him via email. Stay connected with KGUN 9 for updates on the museum and other local news as it unfolds in this vibrant community in Southern Arizona.