Del Webb American Success Story
Social Science/History | Registration opens 5/19/2025 12:00 AM MST (Arizona)
Del Webbs story goes beyond retirement communities. company that built residential communities, military bases, medical facilities, hotels, casinos, sports arenas and more. Our story examines his venture into professional sports -- owner of the New York Yankees for 20 years -- and as one of the largest casino operators in the early days of Las Vegas. A friend to celebrities, athletes and presidents, Del Webb was just as comfortable speaking to and spending time with common people.
Bret McKeand
McKeand, Bret - is a retired journalist and current Sun Cities Area Historical Society President. As a reporter, editor, and publisher, Bret spent his entire journalism career with Independent Newspapers in Arizona. He retired in 2020 as president of the company’s Arizona operations. He is president of the Sun Cities Area Historical Society Board of Trustees, which owns and operates the Del Webb Sun Cities Museum. In 2010, he authored a book on the history of Sun City to benefit the society and the Del Webb Sun Cities Museum.