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Barbara Anderson Museum
Barbara Anderson Museum
Girl Scouting's Roots in Arizona
While there were a few lone troops scattered across the state of Arizona, the first documented troop was in Prescott. This group unofficially began in 1916 when Maxie Dunning began activities with a group of girls from the Girls Friendly Society using the Girl Scout handbook. The first troop in Phoenix began in 1921 at Madison School and disbanded in 1922. A second troop, sponsored by Trinity Cathedral began in 1922. This troop, led by Alice Marshall became Troop #1 of Phoenix. Troop #1 passed its Tenderfoot test on December 16th, 1922.

Troop Museum Visits
A troop tour takes approximately one hour and may be scheduled during Council Shop hours. Call 602.452.7000 or 800.352.6133 to schedule a troop museum visit. A volunteer docent will contact you to plan a program for you troop's visit to the museum.Available to Borrow
Historical Uniform Collection
Authentic vintage uniforms from all eras of Girl Scouting in the USA may be borrowed for events such as teas, fashion shows, flag ceremonies, and parades (newer vintage uniforms only for parades).Fashion Show Program
A light-hearted adult fashion show looks at what staff and volunteers wore through the years. The 12 uniforms and script provide an interesting program for Neighborhood meetings.The Golden Eaglet VHS
A 20 minute silent movie featuring Girl Scouts in 1914. Contact the Member Resource Center or the Council Shop to reserve The Golden Eaglet.Research Materials
Various research materials are available including handbooks, program resources, songbooks, newsletters, photos and newspaper articles.Donations of Historical Girl Scout Uniforms, Handbooks and Memorabilia
Donations of many Girl Scout items are welcome. Please do not dispose of your Girl Scout memorabilia, uniforms or handbooks without consulting your Girl Scout Historical Society.New Historical Society members are always welcome. Contact the Historical Society for more information.
Operated by
Girl Scouts—Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Historical SocietyTours by Appointment
602.452.7000/800.352.6133 3806 N 3rd Street, #200 Phoenix, AZ 85012Member:
Central Arizona Museum Association
Girl Scout History Council's Own
Girl Scout Brownie Try-ItGirl Scout Junior Badge
Girl Scout Cadette/Girl Scout Senior Interest Project






