Arizona
There's no place on earth quite like the Grand Canyon State. It's not just the landscapes, which take in tall mountain ranges, swift rivers, grasslands, sand dunes, and cactus forests. It's not just the storied past, which reaches back thousands of years. It's not just the people, a vibrant blend of cultures and traditions. It's all these things, and the way they come together, that make a visit to Arizona a truly unforgettable experience.
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Old Gila County Jail
When Gila County moved its offices into the then new county courthouse in March, 1907, the county jail was housed in the rear of the ground floor. Shortly thereafter, it was apparent that the jail within the courthouse was insufficient to meet the needs of the county. On January 5, 1909
Globe, AZ Pioneer HistoryMcFarland 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 CourthousesLake Pleasant Campgrounds
Lake Pleasant Regional Park offers 148 sites for RV and tent camping. Desert Tortoise Campground has 76 campsites, 25 developed sites, 41 semi-developed sites, and 10
, AZ CampingHotel St. Michael
The cornerstone of historic "Whiskey Row," Hotel St. Michael, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, represents the coming of age of Prescotts hostelries. Constructed on the site of the modest Hotel Burke, which burned in 1900
Prescott, AZ Historic HotelsChandler Heights Trading Post and Post Office
During the 1930s, Chandler Heights was a bustling little community. Stretching seven miles along the Hunt Highway at the base of the San Tan Mountains, it offered perfect soil for citrus trees, a mostly mild climate, methods of crop irrigation and beautiful views.
Queen Creek, AZ Historic Post OfficesLondon Bridge
The focal point of Lake Havasu in the far western boundary of Arizona is the towering walls and archways of the London Bridge that has stood in the waters of the Colorado River for more than 25
Lake Havasu City, AZ LandmarksQueen Creek Performing Arts Center
The Queen Creek Performing Arts Center (QCPAC) calls itself the "Best Kept Performing Arts Secret in Arizona." The QCPAC's goal is to produce exciting, high-quality shows at an affordable price.
Queen Creek, AZ Performing Arts CentersFlandrau Observatory
Stop by after sunset to view the heavens through our 16-inch cassegrain telescope. An expert astronomer/
Tucson, AZ ObservatoriesClarke House
Indian raids on white settlers were common in the 1880s. When William Clarke, a mining engineer, and his wife Ella came to Florence, he devised built-in security in constructing his residence about 1884
Florence, AZ Historic HomesPetrified Forest NP Horseback Riding
Horseback riding and pack animals are permitted in the wilderness. Overnight campers are limited to 6 animals. All feed and water must be packed in. All regulations pertain to horse use in the wilderness. Riders must park their vehicles and enter the wilderness at Kachina Point. A 1
, AZ EquestrianASU Planetarium
Evening shows are offered Tuesday and Thursday nights from Sept.-Nov. and Feb.-April. Shows begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. and last approximately 30 to 50 minutes. Weather permitting; viewing though ASU telescopes follows each show. Reservations are required for all evening shows.
Tempe, AZ Planetariums