PIONEER ARIZONA LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM

PHOENIX, AZ

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The "Supermoon to Supermoon" graphic has been a side project that I have been working on for the past fourteen months.

At each full moon (plus or minus a day because of weather) I photographed the moon using an identical set up as to photograph the true size of the lunar disc.  Equipment was a Canon EOS t2i and a Sigma 70 to 300 mm lens at 300 mm.  Exposures were 1/500 to 1/1250 a second according to cloud cover, transparency, etc.  (f/5.6 was used throughout the entire project)  The first lunar disc was photographed during the "Super Moon" of 2011.  At the time this photo was taken the moon was 356816 km from Earth.  On October 11, 2011 the lunar disc reached its minimum size as the lunar distance was 406417 km.  Fourteen months after the 2011 "Super Moon" the 2012 Super moon was photographed at a lunar distance of 356959 km.

I am very thankful to live in the desert southwest of the United States during the completion of this project.  I only encountered one night of significant cloud cover on the August 13, 2011 full moon.  This could cover is typical during the summer monsoon season in Arizona.  Fortunately the cover was light enabling a photograph of the lunar disc.  If anyone is interested in a similar photo project my advice is to watch the focus ring on the zoom lens carefully!  During the November 10 exposure the zoom ring slipped from 300 mm to 270 mm.  I was doing the post-processing and nothing was making sense, I realized that the photos on this day were shot at 270 mm and were able to crop them to equal the size of the lunar disc that would be produced at 300 mm.  All other full moon apparitions were without complications!

The size difference is minimal even between apogee and perigee.  I will be using the images in this slide to make a short movie.  The size difference becomes more apparent as the movie is viewed.  Note: The image MUST be viewed large to really appreciate the size difference!
Supermoon to Supermoon Credit: chatluongtot.net

The Pioneer Arizona Living History Museum in Phoenix, AZ is a unique museum dedicated to preserving the pioneer spirit of early Arizona. The museum is located on the grounds of the historic Pioneer Arizona Village, which was once a thriving pioneer community in the late 1800s. The museum features a variety of exhibits and activities that help visitors to explore the rich history of the area. Visitors can explore the original buildings of the village and learn about the stories of the early settlers and the life they led at the time. The museum also offers educational programs, such as hands-on activities, lectures and demonstrations of pioneer activities. The museum also houses a gift shop and a restaurant.

The museum strives to create a living history experience for visitors. It offers an array of interactive exhibits and activities, such as wagon rides, blacksmithing, and pioneer cooking. Visitors can explore the buildings and grounds of the Pioneer Arizona Village and get a first-hand look at the life of the early settlers.

The Pioneer Arizona Living History Museum is a great destination for those interested in learning more about Arizona’s rich history. The museum offers a unique experience that cannot be found anywhere else. Visitors will be able to explore the grounds, learn about the settlers, and get a glimpse of life in the late 1800s. The museum provides a great way to experience Arizona's past and is a must-visit for anyone interested in the history of the state.

PIONEER ARIZONA LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in PHOENIX AZ. US MID #8400400037

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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PIONEER ARIZONA LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM
3901 WEST PIONEER ROAD
PHOENIX
AZ
85027-7020

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MID # 8400400037
Name PIONEER ARIZONA LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM
Alternate Name PIONEER ARIZONA LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 33.819603, -112.145184
CODES FIPS State Code: 04
FIPS County Code: 013
US Census Tract: 610000
US Census Block: 2044