About Us | The Square PHX

Land Acknowledgment

We respectfully acknowledge that Heritage & Science Park is on the traditional territory and homelands of the O’Odham and Piipaash peoples and their ancestors. Click here for more information about this land acknowledgment.

Mission & Vision

MISSION
The Square PHX is dedicated to cultivating meaningful connections, rooted in Phoenix history and our community, to inspire personal growth through shared, memorable experiences.

VISION
The Square PHX aspires to be a cornerstone of downtown Phoenix where everyone feels a deep sense of belonging. By embracing a holistic view of our past through innovative programs, collaborative partnerships, and dynamic stewardship, we will champion historical and cultural understanding to create a kind and equitable future.

Our Staff

Executive Director:

Ashley Davis

Program Director:

Sarah Matchette
(602) 388-8090

Research Historian:

Heather Roberts

Operations Manager:

Eric Gerry
(602) 258-0048

Museum & Curation Specialists:

Olivia Buffington
Lisa Schepper

Museum Curator:

Alexandra Bushman

Events Coordinator:

Madison Marrs
(623) 343-4775

Events Contractor:

Mark Evans

Contract Bookkeeper:

Jennifer Hance
Board of Directors

Executive Board

Tobias Hogan (US Bank), President

Kevin Lozier (Northern Trust), Vice President

Jodi Moon (Salt River Project), Secretary

Gayle Simmons (Simmons Tax & Accounting Services LLP), Treasurer

Andrew Abraham (Burch & Cracchiolo Attorneys), At Large

Jerry Cook (Cook & Associates Architects), At Large

Laura Read, At Large

Community Board

Clottee Hammons (Emancipation Arts, LLC)

Val Wilson (Deer Valley Unified School District)

Linda Zaruches (Contract HR Professional)

Emeritus Board

Vicki Beaver

Liz Zveglich
City of Phoenix Park Staff

Park Manager:

Benjamin (Ben) Chavarria
Benjamin.Chavarria@phoenix.gov
Mailing Address: 115 N. 6th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004