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 HistoryBesh-Ba-Gowah is an ancient ruin unlike the others. Here you are encouraged to walk within the rooms of this 700 year old pueblo, climb ladders into the upper stories, and see the utensils, pottery and furbishings that were a part of life in pre-Columbian times.
Globe, AZ ArchaeologyThe old Gila County Courthouse is now home to the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts. This building was actually the second county courthouse built on this site. The original courthouse, completed in September 1888, was evidently inadequate to begin with. By March, 1907
Globe, AZ Historic CourthousesBuilt in 1909, the arching 22 ft. windows are a hallmark of Adler and Sullivan Architects of Chicago. Restored in the early 1990
Globe, AZ Historic BuildingsThe Snell House is one of the finest homes in the community. Built in 1911,
Globe, AZ Historic HomesOn May 16, 1870, an army post was established near the present town of Whiteriver in order to assist the White Mountain Apach...
The Round Valley Ensphere is a dramatic manifestation of the vision and courage of the twin communities of Eagar and Springe...
This 1915 home with original wood siding is typical of the craftsman era. As the home changed hands over time, the house was...
The cemetery was begun in 1882 with the burial of two members of the Meadows family who were killed by Apaches. Much of the l...