Tempe Tapestries
Description: If you attended ASU in the 70s, 80s, or 90s, you most likely remember Minder Binder's and spent more than a few nights there knocking back a few stiff drinks and/or pitchers of beer. This eclectic bar got it's start back in the fall of '69 when Al Ehringer and Bob Scura, two pilots who loved drinking and hanging out with friends, decided that they wanted to open a bar. They were determined to create a destination for the local ASU college crowd, original architect Richard Wilken said. The restaurant was named after the main character in one of the owner's favorite book-to-movie, "Catch 22."
Description: Celebrate the unique desert charm of Tempe, Arizona with this rustic landscape aesthetic. Featuring iconic arched bridges, rugged mountain horizons, and native saguaro flora, this nostalgic traveler style captures the spirit of the sunny Southwest. Perfect for locals and visitors who love the warm, arid beauty of the Grand Canyon State.
Description: Celebrate the spirit of the desert with this vintage-style landscape featuring the iconic scenery of Tempe, Arizona. This earthy showcases saguaro cacti, historic river bridges, and mountainous backdrops, perfect for those who love the Southwest aesthetic, desert life, and exploring the beautiful outdoors in sunny Arizona.
Description: Nita’s Hideaway was a legendary live music venue in Tempe, Arizona, that became a cornerstone of the valley’s alternative music scene. Originally opened by professional rodeo barrel rider Nita Craddock in 1975, Nita’s evolved into one of Arizona’s most beloved clubs, hosting everyone from local punk and indie bands to nationally touring acts. Its intimate stage, no-frills atmosphere, and loyal crowd made it a favorite stop for musicians and music fans alike. Throughout the '80s, ’90s, and into the 2000s, countless Arizona bands got their start on its stage, helping cement Nita’s reputation as one of AZ’s most important music venues. Though closed and relocated in 2002, the new location never quite captured the magic and was short-lived.
Description: This gritty, original fan art is a tough pun on the legendary hardcore punk band, Minor Threat! Meet the "Miner Threat," living that underground life and sticking to the "Straight Edge... of the Shovel!" A clever tribute for fans of classic hardcore, D.C. punk, and clean living (mostly). This is NOT official merchandise, just unique fan art!
Description: A circular emblem featuring a stylized pyramid, identified as Chichen Itza, under a bright sun and blue sky with clouds. Green grass and trees surround the base. Text above reads "CHICHEN ITZA" and text below reads "YUCATAN PENISULA OF MEXICO" followed by "Tempe of Kukulla: UNESCO World Heritage Site".
