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Jorge Ruiz Spotlighted in Southwest Contemporary

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Check out Jorge’s feature in Southwest Contemporary’s OBSESSION series, exploring his cross-border miniature work. Reach full article here!

Daily Wildcat Showcases Our Harryhausen Exhibit

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The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures is proud to be featured in the Daily Wildcat for our newest exhibit, “Ray Harryhausen: Miniature Models of the Silver Screen.” The article…

Featured on KGUN 9!

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Check out this feature from KGUN 9’s Absolutely Arizona series highlighting the magic of The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures and why it continues to delight visitors of all…

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Santa Cruz Valley to be Celebrated in 2026 Exhibit

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The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures (TMTM) and the Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area (SCVNHA) are excited to announce 12,000 Years. 3,300 Square Miles: A Miniature Journey through the Santa Cruz Valley, opening March 12, 2026. This community-driven exhibit captures the region’s deep history, diverse cultures, and breathtaking landscapes through the artistry of miniatures. 

Call to Artists: David Korins Fan Art

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The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures and Korins Studio are seeking Korins-inspired fan art submissions! Selected entries will be featured in the exhibition “Stages of Imagination: The Iconic Broadway…

Tiny Tributes: Innovative Exhibit Celebrates The People & Stories Of Our Global Community  

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The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures, in collaboration with Rudy Flores and Teresa Estrella present Tiny Tributes, an ongoing community arts project. This community collective is a living, breathing…

★★★★★ Visitor Reviews

"This place is a must see for miniature and dollhouse fans. The collection of dollhouses, panoramas and miniatures is incredible. Their featured exhibit (Art on the Tip of a Pencil by Salavat Fidai) is amazing." - Google Reviews

"Art, imagination, technology and the obvious use of mathematics made this museum possible. A dream must-see. Take your time because it is Worth appreciating a unique place. Tomás gave us a warm welcome that made us enjoy this incredible experience even more. Many thanks too the creator of this fantastic project." - Google Reviews

"This museum is amazing. All the miniatures and collections on display are quite unique and took a lot of time and exact precision to make. It takes a couple of hours to really enjoy the exhibits. I enjoyed the sculptures on the eye of a needle and the pencil head carvings; such detail." - Trip Advisor Reviews

Press and Media Resources

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Ray Harryhausen: Miniature Models of the Silver Screen

To access the media kit for this exhibit including collection images, artist bio, and exhibit overview, please follow the link below.

Jorge Ruiz’s Signs of Community: Signage of the Old Pueblo in Miniature

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