Located on the northeast corner of the Historic Block near the Tucson Museum of Art, the Romero House is a building of historic significance that is believed to date back to the 19th century. The building has been restored numerous times and the effort continues due to its historical significance. The building is an example of how homes in the area have evolved over time and it is a testament to how families in the area have lived. The original owner and resident of the building was town carpenter Leonardo Romero. His work can be seen at the San Xavier Mission and a variety of other Tucson landmarks. Romero lived in the building, but it was also his place of business. The modernization of the space included adding a restaurant and removing a portion of the exterior to install a gas station. Today the gas station is gone but evidence of it lies behind the brick façade that took its place. The house is now L-shaped and many familiar with the space debate whether that was its original form or if it was in fact two buildings that were blended into one over the years. The Tucson Museum of Art uses the space for its ceramics education program. There are classes held in the space for both children and adults and the program offers wheel rooms, and electric and gas kilns.
