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McFarland State Park
This adobe structure is the first Pinal County Courthouse built in 1877. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Florence, AZ Historic CourthousesNicholas Saloon
The earliest fired-brick building still standing in Florence and the town's second oldest brick structure, the second Nicholas Saloon and Beer Hall was built in 1889 for John Nicholas. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Florence, AZ Historic BuildingsApache Greyhound Park
While legends of lost gold and hidden treasures still manage to lure adventurers to the Superstition Mountains in Apache Junction, Arizona, one of America's great western towns, thousands of visitors and residents stake claim to another shining jewel in the desert, Apache Greyhound Park.
Apache Junction, AZ Dog RacesSuperstition Mountain
Perhaps nowhere in the entire United States is there an area full of legend, history and intrigue as the rugged 160,000
Apache Junction, AZ LandmarksApache Trail
The Apache Trail Historic Road was designated a historic road on June 20, 1986
Apache Junction, AZ LandmarksJesus Preciado de Luna/Bernardina Lorona House
This is the Historic District's finest example of a Sonoran corner-style row house. Its street facades are flush with the property line and the wings are one room deep. Always used as a residence, it was built in 1880 by Juan Luna, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Florence, AZ Historic HomesBarleens Arizona Opry
Whether you live here or you are just visiting the beautiful Valley of the Sun, treat yourself to a fun-filled evening at Barleens Arizona Opry. This operation boasts a tenure of 25 years and now debuts an exciting new show for the 21st century!
Apache Junction, AZ TheatresWeaver's Needle
Weaver's Needle is a prominent pinnacle that towers over much of the region east of Superstition Mountain and had played a major role in the legend of the Dutchman's Lost Mine. This famous landmark was named after Pauline (Paulino)
Apache Junction, AZ LandmarksJesus Martinez House
In 1888, Florence staged her most famous gunfight between ex-sheriff, Pete Gabriel and his former deputy, Joe Phy. The shooting started in the Tunnel Saloon and ended in the middle of Main Street. Gabriel survived; Phy died a few hours later. Also surviving the showdown was a 6 x 4
Florence, AZ Historic HomesGoldfield Ghost Town
In the 1890s, Goldfield was a booming community. The first gold-strike was made in 1892, and it took just a little under a year before the town came to life. One rich strike after another supported the town and approximately 4000 people who lived in the district for five rich years.
Apache Junction, AZ Pioneer History