A mural format presented a timeline of Arturo’s rich and interesting life, from his childhood in Santa Rita, to serving in the U.S. Navy, his life and work as a miner and labor organizer, both regionally and nationally, and finally as an artisan in his later years when he enjoyed wood carving.

This exhibit captured their groundbreaking contributions as practitioners of traditional, folk, and spiritual medicine, their pivotal role in establishing health care systems, their adaptability in the face of frontier challenges, and their advocacy for access to equitable health care.

Through oral histories, photographs, and community memories, “Nuestra Voz: The Chihuahua Hill Story” explores the neighborhood’s evolution from its 19th-century origins to the present day. This project centers the perspectives of those who lived this history, creating a more complete picture of our community’s past and present.

Hemphill ventured miles into the backcountry with heavy equipment to reach locations accessible only by foot. The resulting photographs captured the essence of untouched wilderness, offering viewers a visceral connection to landscapes that remain largely unchanged since its designation as the world’s first national wilderness area in 1924.