As stated on the River of Times website: "The mission of the River of Time Museum is to lead visitors through creative, informative exhibits that recount the captivating past of the Lower Verde River Valley, to depict the importance of water in our Sonoran Desert and illustrate how water determines the course of history." As you saunter through this small museum you will learn about the natural forces and personalities that shaped the lower Verde River Valley where Fountain Hills is located.