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Prescott Visitors Guide - 2018

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Outdoor activities, exceptional shopping venues, wide variety of entertainment in each of Four Seasons, unique Southwestern historical heritage, full range of dining experiences… and more.

Enjoy unparalleled hospitality during adventures in the colorful “Mile High” city, nestled in the heart of the Prescott National Forest.

You’ll find friendly Prescott has it all.

June

July

August

DISTANCES

Prescott’s perfect weather provides an average temperature of 70 degrees, with four seasons, and breathtaking landscapes complete with granite mountains, lakes, streams, and rolling meadows filled with wildlife.

PRESCOTT AWARDS & RANKINGS

#1 Cleanest Air in the Nation American Lung Association

Number One Place to Live in the Southwest Sunset Magazine

Top 13 Happiest and Healthiest Communities Time Magazine

Top 11 Satellite Cities Poised for Growth Kiplinger/MSN

One of the Coolest Downtowns in North America Expedia Viewfinder

Top 22 Best Places to Retire Goodcall.com

Top community for K-12 Teachers to live Goodcall.com

Voted Top 5 Visitor Destinations in Arizona USA Today

Top 74 Best Cities for First Responders Goodcall.com

Best Destination in Arizona for Nature Lovers Expedia Viewfinder

Number One Best Value Town in the Southwest Sunset Magazine

Five Must-See Small Towns in Arizona USA Today

117 W Goodwin Street, Prescott, Arizona 928.445.2000 or 800.266.7534

Visit The Prescott Chamber’s Visitor Information Center for local, area and statewide visitor information. The Center is conveniently located in historic downtown Prescott, across from Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza in a historic brownstone building dating back to 1898 when it was once the City Jail & Firehouse.

For information about the City of Prescott Tourism Office go to the About Tab at Visit-Prescott.com

History

PRESCOTT ARIZONA

was first settled with the discovery of gold in Granite Creek. The City was founded in 1864. President Abraham Lincoln named Prescott the first Territorial Capital of Arizona, a distinction the City held from 1864-67 and again from 1877-1889. In 1891, Prescott became the Yavapai County Seat, and it remains so to this day. In 1888 Prescott held its first rodeo. To this day, it is known as the World’s Oldest Rodeo. In 1901, a fire leveled the infamous Whiskey Row bars, and the county courthouse.

Notable figures from Prescott’s past include Doc Holiday and his mistress, Big Nose Kate, who frequented the Palace and other Whiskey Row establishments. Senator Barry Goldwater hailed from Prescott. His family owned a general merchandise store on Cortez Street in the downtown, and their name is still on the building.

Western history is not all Prescott has to offer. Prescott is nestled in the central highlands of Arizona, at a mile-high elevation. The city is surrounded by the 1.25 million acre Prescott National Forest, and boasts five lakes, and over 450 miles of trails.

Most of all, you will enjoy genuine Western hospitality, heritage, tradition and an outdoor lifestyle that makes Prescott the “Best Destination in Arizona for Nature Lovers,” according to Expedia Viewfinder (August, 2017).

American Ranch Rd

OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING

One of your best sources for up-to-date information about what’s happening—when and where—is the official City of Prescott tourism website visit-prescott.com. Topics range from the Event Calendar to a list of items under Visit including Arts, Outdoor Recreation, Maps, etc.

2018 Events

APRIL

Chalk it Up!

The Whiskey Off-Road Mountain Bike Race

MAY

Whiskey Row Marathon (YMCA)

Prescott Fine Art & Wine Festival

Phippen Museum

Western Art Show

Prescott OffStreet Festival

JUNE

Folk Arts Fair

Prescott Film Festival

Southwest Indian Arts Festival

Territorial Days Arts & Crafts Show

Bluegrass Festival

World’s Oldest Rodeo

Prescott Frontier Days

Rodeo Parade

Prescott Frontier Days Rodeo Dance

Whiskey Row Street Dance

Territorial Days Arts & Crafts Show

JULY

World’s Oldest Rodeo

Whiskey Row Shootout

Prescott Rodeo Days Fine Arts & Crafts Show

Prescott Indian Art Market

Take a Leisurely

Walking Tour

YOU’LL LEARN PLENTY

as a knowledgeable local guide describes historic and current local characters, events and locations. An easy walk of slightly less than a mile will give you a chance to learn the tales and traditions that have defined the city. Visit www.prescott.org for a complete schedule or call the Prescott Chamber of Commerce at 928-445-2000 for details.

AUGUST

PAAC Car Show

Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering

Summer Fine Arts & Crafts

Festival

Prescott Jazz Summit

Faire on the Square Arts & Crafts Show

Western History Symposium

SEPTEMBER

Navajo Rug Action

Prescott Highland Games

Historic Corvette Show

Oktoberfest

OCTOBER

Wings Out West

Prescott Area Artists Studio Tour

Folk Music Festival

Fall Fest in The Park Arts & Crafts Show

Ghost Talk

Prescott Pumpkin Patch and Carnival

Dia de los Muertos

NOVEMBER

Veteran's Day Parade

Christmas Light Parade

DECEMBER

Christmas Parade

Courthouse Lighting

Frontier Christmas

Acker Musical Showcase

Zoo Lights

Whiskey Row New Year’s Eve Boot Drop

Explore Historic Whiskey Row

You’ll find most anything you want on historic Whiskey Row. Saunter through the same saloon doors where Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday, Big Nose Kate and other legendary heroes— and scoundrels— would belly up to the bar.

However, you’ll find more than watering holes and live music. Explore locally owned authentic shops, galleries and boutiques.

Dining

AS YOU STROLL PAST any of the more than 800 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places cited on the National Historic Register, you’ll be tempted to step in for a fast meal—or a fine dining experience. You’ll probably be pleased that of the more than 200 places to eat in the city, a majority are “hometown” owned and managed. They range from “Mom n’ Pop” eateries to sophisticated dining in elegant surroundings. You’ll be surprised at the ethnic variety available, too.

Of course, you can sample locally brewed awardwinning beverages at micro breweries or wine-tasting shops. You may want to try one of the newest. It is a recently opened meadery, just up Gurley Street on the way to Sharlot Hall Museum. If you’re of such a mind, visits some local pubs and try some of the wines which come from Arizona wineries and vineyards.

Limoncello Pizzeria Napoletana

218 W. Goodwin St., Prescott

928.237.4759 / 480.399.9978

www.limopizzeria.com

Authentic Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

Napoletana Fresh pasta imported Italian ingredients

Prescott Brewing Company

130 W. Gurley St. Suite A, Prescott

928.771.2795

www.prescottbrewingcompany.com

Full-service restaurant/brewery for over two decades downtown Prescott

Superstition Meadery

Jeff and Jennifer Herbert 928.458.4256

120 W. Gurley St., Cellar 1, Prescott

www.superstitionmeadery.com

Superstition Meadery is Arizona's premier mead and cider tasting room, located on Prescott's historic downtown Courthouse Square

Tara Thai

115 S. Cortez St. Prescott 928.772.3249

www.tarathaiprescott.com

Come enjoy the Finest Asian – American Cuisine in Prescott – while relaxing in the serene ambience of Thailand

Two Mamas' Gourmet Pizzeria

221 N. Cortez St., Prescott

928.443.9455

www.twomamaspizza.com

Try our Deep Dish BBQ Chicken Pizza or BBQ Wings

NIGHT CLUB & BAR

Jersey Lilly Saloon

116 S Montezuma St, Prescott

928.541.7854 • jerseylillysaloon.com

A proper drinking establishment for gentleman & ladies. Upstairs on Whiskey Row. Live Music. Elevator. Balcony overlooking Plaza.

Shop to Save Lives

WHEN YOU WANDER downtown streets adjacent to the treelined Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza, you’ll find locally owned boutiques and galleries with unique offerings. If you wander a few blocks down from the plaza to Cortez St. you will find "Antique Row". You’ll discover great buys in jewelry, fine art— paintings and sculptures, collectibles and gifts, Western clothing, and Southwestern furniture. Local and regional artisans take pride in having their efforts on display. Of course, souvenirs of your visit to Arizona’s first Territorial Capital are available in virtually every shop you visit.

Old Firehouse Plaza

220 W. Goodwin Street, Prescott

www.oldfirehouseplaza.com

Visit a fine collection of charming boutiques and fabulous eateries housed within a beautifully restored historic firehouse.

Prescott Gateway Mall 3250 Gateway Blvd., Prescott 928.443.0067

www.ThePrescottGatewayMall.com

Your one stop destination for fashion, food and fun!

Raskin’s Jewelers

Greg Raskin, 110 W. Gurley St., Prescott 928.445.6120 • www.raskinsjewelers.com

PK BootMaker

The Ponderosa Forest of Prescott AZ

Call for appointment: 928.442.1213 www.pkbootmaker.com

Yavapai Humane Society Thrift Store 1601 Iron Springs Rd., Prescott 928.445.5668

www.yavapaihumane.org/thriftstore

Great deals for every bargain hound!

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SHOP Dillard’s - JC Penney - Michaels

Bed Bath & Beyond - Pier 1 Imports

World Market - Sears - Chico’s

Victoria’s Secret - The Buckle

Bath & Body Works - Journeys

Famous Footwear - Zales

Gamestop - Claire’s - Lids

Payless Shoe Source

Christopher & Banks

DINE 5+ options

PLAY Sensory City

Jarz of Clay - Game On

Dance Lessons by Lexe

Nate’s Arcade - Free Play Area

Free Family Events & Much More!

WESTERN CULTURE HOSPITALITY

There's a warm, welcoming feeling wherever you roam the historic downtown area. Locals will greet you with genuine smile and “Nice to see you.” In the center of town, looming large over a plaza ringed by century-old trees is the much photographed granite Courthouse. It’s the focal point for many festivals and events from late April through October.

A Special Place

DESIGNATED AS ARIZONA’S CHRISTMAS CITY, during winter months, the area around the Courthouse is home for unequaled holiday festivities. You won't want to miss any of them. Festivities begin in late November. The first is the colorful Holiday Light Parade, where elaborate decorated floats and holiday music will have you smiling. Ultimately, you may wind up at the community bonfire, just up the street at Mile High Middle School.

Then the first week of December features the colorful daytime Christmas Parade, with more than 75 entries. It involves almost everyone in town.

If you’re lucky enough to be here in early December, you’ll beam when the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza lights turn the dark into a kaleidoscope of

holiday colors. This year will be the 64th annual lighting. You’ll join local students, townspeople and visitors in singing traditional Christmas carols. Just up the street two blocks, you’ll enjoy a Frontier Christmas staged by the Sharlot Hall Museum. You’ll be transported back to how pioneers celebrated Christmas.

100 local musicians – students, local musicians, churches, the community and visitors- during the melodious Acker Musical Showcase the second week of December. Businesses donwown open doors to performers, who sing, play instruments and entertain – and invite you to join in. Don’t miss these other Christmas Events – Wild Lights & Animal Sights at Heritgae Park Zoo, Enchanted Christmas at Prescott Gateway Mall and Storytellers at Smoki Museum.

WHISKEY ROW

Boot

Drop the Way to Begin the Year

NOVEMBER 24TH

• Holiday Light Parade

DECEMBER 1ST

• Christmas Parade

• Courthouse Lighting

• Frontier Christmas

It’s better than New York and Times Square when the 6-foot illuminated custom-made cowboy boot “drops” at 10 p.m. and again at midnight, December 31, across the street from Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza.

You’ll cheer with the rest with live music, vendors and other festive activities to welcome the New Year. Where else but Prescott—the Boot Drop.

DECEMBER 7TH

• Acker Musical Showcase

DECEMBER 31ST

Arts&Culture

SCARCELY A WEEK GOES BY from spring through fall when the popular Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza and the surrounding area serve as venues for festivals or events of some sort. During the season you’ll enjoy concerts and other musical performances, square dances, arts and crafts shows, car shows, western reenactments, marathons and the annual Whiskey Off Road, a mountain biking event. The Prescott Downtown Partnership and the Chamber of Commerce work with the City to support many of these activities, providing you and other visitors a glimpse of why Prescott is such a special place.

CENTRAL ARIZONA CONCERT BAND performs in concert during winter months at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University’s Davis Learning Center; and summer months at the Courthouse Square in downtown Prescott. centralarizonaconcertband.com

ELKS THEATRE AND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER resents wide variety of live entertainment in a completed renovated late 19th century historic theatre that retains its Victorian-era charm. prescottelkstheater.com

NATURAL HISTORY INSTITUTE, just a block and a half from Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza, is a national leader in the revitalization of natural history field studies, and the integration of arts and sciences. Open to the public every Weds. from 1 - 5 P.M.

PRESCOTT CENTER FOR THE ARTS stages live theatrical productions boasting local talent throughout the year. pfaa.net

PRESCOTT COLLEGE ART GALLERY AT SAM HILL WAREHOUSE housed in a century-old building cited on the National Historic Register, this facility showcases contemporary art by emerging and established local national and internationals arts. It also sponsors events and exhibitions open to the public. artgallery@prescott.edu

PRESCOTT POPS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA live concerts on stage featuring musical selections guaranteed to have you humming right along at YC Performing Arts Center. prescottpops.com

YAVAPAI COLLEGE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER local, regional and national entertainers perform everything from classical and pop concerts to ballet, opera and off-Broadway touring companies in a recently renovated 1,200 seat hall. Food and beverages are often available. ycpac.com

YAVAPAI SYMPHONY ASSOCIATION sponsors from seven to eight concerts annually performed live by the renowned Phoenix Symphony orchestra. YC Performing Arts Center. yavapaisymphony.org

GALLERIES

Mountain Artists Guild 228 n. Alarcon St., Prescott 928.776.4009 • www.mountainartistsguild.org

Helping to keep art alive since 1949

Prescott Fine Arts Gallery ‘Tis Art Center & Gallery

Prescott College Natural History Institute

Natural History Institute

126 N. Marina St., Prescott

928.863.3232 • www.naturalhistoryinstitute.org

'Tis Art Center & Gallery 105 S. Cortez St. Prescott 928.775.0223

www.TisArtGallery.com

Affordable fine art and wearable art by Prescott area artists

Prescott Gem & Mineral Club 15th Annual Prescott Gem & Mineral Show 1301 Main, Prescott Valley 928.772.1819 • www.prescottgemmineral.org

Yavapai Humane Society Equine Center

3731 N Rd 1 W, Chino Valley

928.515.4947

www.yavapaihumane.org/equine

Amazing Foot Spa 220 Goodwin St., Prescott Wellness Center - Old Firehouse Plaza

928.499.9459 • www.AmazingFootSpaAZ.com Feet, Hand & Head Relaxing Massage Reflexology & Healing Acupressure

Students

PRESCOTT VALLEY

A great place to...

A progressive community of approximately 45,000 people, Prescott Valley is the largest, fastest growing and youngest community in Yavapai County.

Located about 85 miles north of Phoenix, in the high-desert of Central Arizona, Prescott Valley residents and visitors enjoy the beautiful climate and mild four seasons.

The Prescott Valley Event Center, a premiere entertainment facility, is home to the Northern Arizona Suns, the development team for the Phoenix Suns, and the PRCA Turquoise Circuit Rodeo Finals.

The community boasts 27 parks, which offer a myriad of recreation opportunities, including swimming, hiking, biking, and youth sports.

Prescott Valley enjoys a diverse business community with manufacturing, health care, education, hotels, restaurants, retail and locally-owned companies.

With its growing population, Prescott Valley offers a growing variety of single and multi-family housing opportunities.

LIVE

OUTDOOR LOVERS PARADISE

You’ll have to be in good shape to conquer the hundreds of miles of designated trails in the immediate Prescott area. As of last count, more than 15 distinctive named hiking, biking (and sometimes horse) trails wiggle through the natural scenic beauty of the community and the Prescott National Forest. Difficulty? From “Novice to “Expert.”

The 54-mile Prescott Circle Trail will challenge you. A complete list of the Mile High Trail System –70 plus miles of it– is available at the at the Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center on Goodwin Street south of Courthouse Plaza. www.prescott-az.gov.

Don’t miss the Granite Dells, where unique rock formations thrust out of the ground and tempt hikers and rock-climbers.

If you’re into birding, Prescott’s the place. More than 360 species of birds inhabit the area. The Prescott Audubon Society www.prescottaudubon.org can provide full details about where to go and when.

Prescott has Water & Parks

If you want water activities, you’ll enjoy the three local lakes—Willow and Watson, both on the northwest edge of the City. The third is Goldwater. Maintained by the City of Prescott, the 15-acre lake is located in lush pine forests surrounded by rugged mountain areas. The City of Prescott has boat and bicycle rentals available www.prescott outdoors.com, 928-925-1410

Two others—Lynx Lake and Granite Basin Lake—are just outside the City limits. If you like kayaking and canoeing—and fishing—you can visit any of these lakes. Of course, all have picnicking and camping sites.

Want to spend time in a park? The City boasts 16 of them, all with amenities that guarantee memorable times. Some are purely recreational—walking and exercising and picnicking. Others are specialized. Some are athletic parks—softball, baseball, soccer, tennis, basketball, skateboards, rink skating and the like. One in particular— McCasland Willow Creek Park features one of only four in the U.S. customcreated Dog Parks. Canines are the most welcome visitors.

A complete list with locations is available on the City website www.prescott-az.gov/services/parks

Tours Just forYou

If having someone else do the driving while you do the enjoying appeals to you, go to www.visitprescott.com to find a local tour. Tours vary from purely sightseeing adventures to physically demanding activities such as rock climbing and mountain biking. All have expert guides to assure you’ll have a memorable experience.

The World’s

Oldest Rodeo

VISIT PRESCOTT

OVER THE 4TH OF JULY and be a part of rich western history at the World’s Oldest Rodeo® , Prescott’s most anticipated event of the year. Now in its 131st year, the World’s Oldest Rodeo® takes place June 28 through July 4 with eight heartpounding performances of world-class rodeo during Prescott Frontier Days. Prescott is known for its history and culture that stems from this historical event that not only brings professional rodeo but also Arizona’s second largest parade in downtown Prescott, a rodeo dance, a kiddie parade and traditional events that draw people from all over the world. Be a part of this historical and exciting event and see all that Prescott has to offer. Get up close and personal to world famous livestock and professional cowboys and cowgirls who compete for large cash prizes. More information & tickets are available at Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc. P.O. Box 2037 Prescott, AZ 86302

928.445.4320

worldsoldestrodeo.com

THE MILE-HIGH TRAIL SYSTEM acontains approximately 70+ miles of trails including Rails-toTrails projects along the former Santa Fe Railroad, the Prescott Circle Trail System, and the Greenways Trails System. The Prescott Circle Trail is a 54 mile network of trails that encircles all of Prescott with varied elevation from 5,140' to 6,690'. The Greenways Trails are urban trails along Granite and Miller Creeks that run through downtown Prescott. www.prescott-az.gov/ services/parks/trails/

Map Trail

# Name Elevation

Acker Park Trails 1.5 5480’ 5630’

Aspen Creek Trail 0.8 5500’ 5600’

Badger Mountain 4.04 5514’ 6064’

Butte Creek Trail 1.3 5508’ 5788’

Centennial Trail 2 5447’ 5729’

Community Nature 1.5 5520’ 5640’

Center Trails Network

Constellation Trails 2.74 5016’ 5229’

Embry Riddle-Jan 2.35 5162’ 5276’ Alfano Trails

Flume Canyon, Watson 2.4 5057’ 5186’ Dam and Northshore trails

Goldwater Lake Trails 1 5980’ 6000’

Granite Creek Park 0.5 5288’ 5336’

Granite Gardens 1.5 Trail System

Greenways Trail System 1.5 5300’ 5336’

Lakeshore Trail 2 5160’ 5220’

Lakeside aka Fishing 1.1 5158’ 5178’ Trail and Explorer Trails

Longview Trail 1.78 5419’ 5547’

Lower Granite Creek 0.8 5158’ 5188’ Discovery Trail

Over the Hill Trail 0.4 5076’ 5194’

Pioneer Park Trails 9 5220’ 5480’

Prescott Circle Trail 54 5160’ 6680’

Prescott Lakes and 5 5200’ 5470’ Vista Park Trails System

Prescott Peavine 6 5160’ 5220’ National Recreation Trail

Rancho Vista Trail 0.6 5680’ 6052’

Rodeo Grounds Trails 0.5 5412’ 5477’

Sundog to Lowes Hill Trail

WTurley Trail 2.65 5609’ 5935’

Watson Lake Loop Trail 4.79 5075’

Once you download the free PDF Maps App you can purchase a spatially referenced version of this map for use on a smart phone or tablet using this QR code.

Get the Trails and Recreation Map on your mobile device now!

(all proceeds go to future map releases).

elcome to the Prescott Heritage Trail! This self-guided historical walking tour brings Prescott’s rich history and heritage to you in about an hour long walk around the famed Courthouse Plaza in the heart of our downtown. Be sure to check back with us in 2018, as we plan to double the number of sites on the Heritage Trail, and connect it with the City’s Greenways Trail system. We will also launch the Hunt for History, engaging youngsters to explore Prescott heritage in their own special way. Also, be sure to visit our area museums, including the Smoki, Sharlot Hall, and Phippen. For updates or to download this map, go to www. trailandhunt.com, or call the Prescott Chamber Official Visitor

Check out the brand new Prescott Heritage Trail. See ad on the back cover.

YEAR-ROUND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITY

You may have heard that golf balls fly farther at the mile-high altitude. Test that theory at one of the local golf courses.

Antelope Hills Golf Courses—Two full public 18-hole courses, each challenging but not intimidating, will let you walk or ride on lush green turf. Finish the round with a beverage or a meal at the recently remodeled Manzanita Grill. Just north of town at 1 Perkins Drive, it is owned by the City of Prescott and operated by Billy Casper Golf.

Antelope Hills Golf Course 1 Perkins Dr., Prescott

928.776.7888 • www.antelopehillsgolf.com

Capital Canyon Club 2060 Golf Club Lane. Prescott

928.350.3150

www.capitalcanyonclub.com

“Prescott’s Premier Golf and Social Club”

GOLF

DAY TRIPS & OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

Lowell Observatory 1400 West Mars Hill Road, Flagstaff 928.774.3358 • www.lowell.edu

Mortimer Farms 12907 E. State Rt. 169 928.830.1116 www.mortimerfarmsaz.com

Prescott Frontier Days, Inc.

- World’s Oldest Rodeo 840 Rodeo Drive, Prescott 928.445.3103 www.worldsoldestrodeo.com

Since 1888, Prescott has been the home to the World’s Oldest Rodeo and Prescott Frontier Days. June 28-July 4

Verde Valley Balloons 928.239.1464 www.verdevalleyballoons.com

Panoramic views of the Verde Valley and surrounding areas

ANIMAL ADOPTION & PET SERVICES

Yavapai Humane Society 1625 Sundog Ranch Rd., Prescott 928.445.2666 • www.yavapaihumane.org

Opt to adopt your next pet.

Yavapai Humane Society

Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinic 2989 Centerpointe East Ste. B, Prescott 928.771.0547 • www.yavapaihumane.org/clinic

Don’t have a litter, fix your critter!

Museums & Other Attractions

FORT WHIPPLE MUSEUM two miles from downtown on the VA Medical Center grounds, The Fort includes the history of the Territorial Indian wars, artifacts of Army weaponry, maps, photos and memoirs written by those stationed there; housed in one of the military officer's quarters (building 11) off Hwy. 89 near Hwy. 69. Open Thursday-Sunday.

GUINNESS WORLD RECORD MODEL AIRPLANE COLLECTION This one-of-a-kind display of handcarved model aircraft—some 5,829 of them—is located in the Udvar-Hazy Library and Learning Center at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University on Willow Creek Road.

HERITAGE PARK ZOOLOGICAL SANCTUARY children and adults alike will enjoy the large naturally landscaped enclosures where they can see up-close native and exotic animals. They’ll also enjoy the covered picnic pavilion, the children’s playground and the many educational exhibits. It is on the northeast edge of Prescott at 1403 Heritage Park Road.

The history and heritage of central Arizona come alive for you at local museums and centers.

HIGHLANDS CENTER FOR NATURAL HISTORY this non-profit science and ecological education center focuses upon helping children and adults discover the wonders of nature through workshops, lectures, day camps, school programs and other activities. The modern facility is at 1375 S. Walker Road on the way to Lynx Lake and the Prescott National Forest.

PHIPPEN MUSEUM just a few miles north of downtown Prescott on Hwy 89, the museum presents unique Western art exhibitions, and educational programing. It has permanent and rotating arts exhibits throughout the year.

SHARLOT HALL MUSEUM only a short stroll west from the Courthouse Square, the four-acre museum and research center highlight the culture and history of the Arizona Central Highlands, the Territorial frontier and both early settlers and Native American peoples spanning 14,000 years to the present. Open daily.

SMOKI MUSEUM located on East Gurley Street just adjacent to Ken Lindley Field and Park, the museum is home for irreplaceable prehistoric and contemporary artifacts identified with Southwestern Native American history and culture.

MUSEUMS

Fort Whipple Museum

Hwy. 89 at VA Medical Center & Hwy. 69

928.445.3122

www.sharlot.org/home/fort-whipple Frontier defense, territorial hospital

NATURE CENTER

Highlands Center for Natural History and the James Family Discovery Gardens 1375 S. Walker Road, Prescott 928.776.9550 • www.highlandscenter.org

Phippen Museum

4701 N. Highway 89, Prescott 928.778.1385

www.phippenartmuseum.org

Presenting museum quality Western art exhibits, educational opportunities & unique art events

Sharlot Hall Museum

415 W. Gurley St., Prescott

928.445.3122 • www.sharlot.org

An Arizona History Adventure. Soak in the History of the Arizona West.

The Smoki Museum of American Indian Art and Culture

147 N. Arizona Ave., Prescott

928.445.1230 • www.smokimuseum.org

Instill understanding and respect for the Indigenous cultures of the Southwest.

Americas Best Value Inn

8383 E. State Route 69 Prescott Valley 928.772.2200

www.americabestvalueinnprescottvalley.com

Your home away from home with breakfast, an indoor heated pool and many comfortable amenities

Apple Creek Cottages

1001 White Spar Rd., Prescott 928.445.7321

www.applecreekcottages.com

Rustic Cottages in National Forest, Full Kitchens, Pet Friendly, 1.5 Miles from Downtown

Arizona Inn

Frank Massy 928.772.8600

7875 E. Hwy. 69, Prescott Valley www.pvazinn.com

Great rates, pet friendly, heated pool, free breakfast, freshly renovated

Best Western Prescottonian 1317 E. Gurley Street, Prescott

928.445.3096 • www.prescottbestwestern.com

Forest Villas Hotel

3645 Lee Circle, Prescott

800.223.3449

www.forestvillas.com

Prescott's finest boutique hotel. Elegant. Charming. Inviting.

The Grand Highland Hotel 154 S Montezuma, Prescott 928.776.9963

www.grandhighlandhotel.com

A Boutique Experience & Wedding Venue on Historic Whiskey Row

Hampton Inn - Prescott

3453 Ranch Drive, Prescott 928.443.5500

www.prescottaz.hamptoninn.com

Hassayampa Inn, Lodging & Conference Center 122 E. Gurley St., Prescott 800.322.1927

www.hassayampainn.com

Classic ~ Boutique ~ Historic

Holiday Inn Express

3454 Ranch Drive, Prescott

928.445.8900

www.hiexpress.com/prescottaz

Hotel Vendome (Est. 1917)

230 S Cortez St, Prescott

928.776.0900

www.vendomehotel.com

Boutique Hotel · Wine & Coffee Bar Artist in Residence · Co-Working

The Motor Lodge

503 S. Montezuma St., Prescott

928.717.0157

www.themotorlodge.com

Groovy motel located just three blocks from the Square!

Prescott Pines Inn Bed & Breakfast

Rick and Karen Matvey 901 White Spar Road, Prescott 928.445.7270

www.prescottpinesinn.com

1 Mile from Courthouse Square – “Not your ordinary bed & breakfast!”

Prescott Resort & Conference Center 1500 E. State Rte 69 Prescott 928.776.1666 • www.prescottresort.com

Enjoy breathtaking views on top of the rock!

Quality Inn Prescott 1105 East Sheldon, Prescott 928.776.1282 • www.qualityinn.com/hotel/az371

Residence Inn by Marriott 3599 Lee Circle, Prescott 928.775.2232 • www.marriott.com/PRCRI

Springhill Suites by Marriott 200 East Sheldon, Prescott 928.776.0998 • www.marriott.com/PRCSH

Whispering Pines Bed & Breakfast

Tim & Gayle Graham 3061 W. Tree Tops Trail, Prescott 928.443.1429

www.whisperingpinesbb-az.com

Relax, reconnect with the environment, and find your inner peace.

Point of Rocks RV Campground

3025 N. US Highway 89, Prescott 928.445.9018 • www.porocks.com

C Marshall & Associates Realty

8556 E. State Rte. 69, Prescott Valley 928.775.2984

www.cmareal.com

Property Management & Sales

Your Full-Service Real Estate Solution

Firesky Real Estate LLC

Leland Moreno-Hilburn

115 E. Goodwin St., Ste. I, Prescott 928.830.5083

www.liveinprescott.com

Trusted for service, respected for results.

Jake's Old West Properties

146 Lewis Ave., Ashfork 928.637.2675

www.jakesoldwestproperties.com

Land and Ranch Specialist. Your affordable dream property awaits you.

Realty Executives Northern Arizona Myra Musgrove myrajean@cableone.net 928.899.1977 • www.myramusgrove.com

Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert

Donna Baade, Broker Associate 100 E. Sheldon St., Ste. 200 Prescott 928.642.5338

www.DonnabPrescott.com

Serving the Prescott Area Buyers and Sellers with a focus on attention to detail, customized service.

West USA Realty of Prescott

Cindy Lee Davies Team 231 N. Marina St., Prescott 928.533.3176

www.cindyleesellsprescott.com

West USA Realty of Prescott

Gabriela Watts, REALTOR® 231 N. Marina St., Prescott Valley 928.925.4926

www.sellsprescottaz.com

Helping others find their forever home is what I love.

REAL ESTATE - OTHER SERVICES

I Organize 4 You, LLC

Maryanne Kelly, LMHC, NCC 812 Valley St., Prescott 928.227.8184

www.IOrganize4You.com

Help with organizing, downsizing, packing, and unpacking. Special! $99/4 hours.

Virgo Organize Interiors

Rosa L. Moreno-Hilburn

Prescott Valley, AZ (Stone Ridge) 520.576.8007 • 928.460.5809

www.virgoorganizeinteriors.com ”A Home That Shows Well…Will Sell Well”

REAL ESTATE - FINANCIAL SERVICES

Sumner Commercial Real Estate

Angie Sumner, Designated Broker

8098 E Valley Rd, STE 1, Prescott Valley 928.775.4227 • www.sumnerCRE.com

Experience Day Trips

Prescott’s the perfect place from which to launch memorable day trips, especially to the nearby Verde Valley and adjacent Red Rock Country. It’s only an hour away. Among the favorites are the following:

Cottonwood, The Heart of Arizona Wine Country

Located in the Verde Valley, Cottonwood is ideally situated between the heat of the desert and the coolers temperatures of Arizona’s high country. Old Town retains the charm of those early beginnings, and the Verde Valley Wine Trail is not to be missed!

Verde Canyon Railroad

Postcard-perfect scenery, wildlife viewing and first-class service during a leisurely four-hour train ride through the red rock Canyon area. First-class cars boast comfortable seating, complimentary appetizers and a full-service bar. Everyone has access to open-air viewing cars where photographic opportunities abound.

The Blazin’ M Ranch Western Dinner Theatre

Tucked along the banks of the scenic Verde River, this popular family destination is a great activity. It is timed perfectly after you finish your ride on the Verde Canyon Railroad. The ranch activities include a shooting gallery, roping lessons, Old-Time photos, a saloon, museum and unique gift shops. Top it off with a chuckwagon-style meal, followed by a live Western stage production with cowboy comedy, storytelling and award-winning musicians!

Town of Jerome

Stroll the winding switchback streets of what was once known as the “wickedest town in the West.” At one time the fourth largest town in Arizona, Jerome was a mining community founded a few years after the Civil War on the side of 5,200 foot high Cleopatra Hill. The mines are now abandoned, but Jerome thrives as a popular tourist community with dozens of unusual shops, boutiques, exhibits, museums and restaurants.

Arizona Offroad Tours

Northern Arizona’s premiere ATV tours will guide you through the unique backdrop of Arizona’s high desert country. Our Sedona trails explore vast plateaus and the backdrop of blue sky and red rocks popping against the green of the desert vegetation. Our Verde Valley trails are breathtakingly beautiful. Phoenix magazine described them as “nature’s rollercoaster.” We will keep your camera busy and your heart content. Our trails and rides are all about enjoying nature and having great fun. Come see why our guests have rated us #1 on TripAdvisor.

Wine Trail

THE VERDE VALLEY WINE TRAIL is located in beautiful Northern Arizona, the Verde Valley Wine Trail invites wine enthusiasts to experience a destination rich in history, beauty, and the production of exquisite Arizona wines. There are six Arizona wineries and ten tasting rooms on the Verde Valley Wine Trail that offer a variety of skillfully crafted wines to satisfy any wine taster’s palate. Every winery has its own unique personality and distinct wines for visitors to discover at each stop along the Wine Trail. Visit the great wineries and tasting rooms nestled in the red rock countryside and lush canyons surrounding Cottonwood, Jerome, Sedona, Clarkdale, Cornville,

WINERIES

Arizona Stronghold Vineyards

1023 N. Main St., Cottonwood 928.639.2798 • azstronghold.com

Caduceus Cellars

Brian Sullivan, 158 Main St., Jerome 928.631.9436 • www.Caduceus.org

Four Eight Wineworks

David Baird, 907 Main St., Clarkdale 928.649.2007 • www.Four8Wineworks.com

Granite Creek Vineyards

2515 N. Road 1 East, Chino Valley 928.636.2003 • www.granitecreekvineyards.com

Javelina Leap Vineyard & Winery

Rod & Cynthia Snapp Owners/Founders 1565 N. Page Springs Rd., Cornville 928.649.2681 • www.javelinaleapwinery.com

Merkin Vineyards Tasting room and Osteria

Jesse Peterson, 1001 Main St., Cottonwood 928.639.1001 & 928.649.9466 www.Merkinvineyardsosteria.com

Page Springs Vineyards & Cellars

Eric Glomski – Owner/Winegrower, Luke Bernard – Brand Ambassador 1500 N. Page Springs Rd., Cornville 928.639.3004 • www.PageSpringsCellars.com

Passion Cellars

417 Hull Ave., Jerome 928.649.9800 • www.passioncellars.com

Pillsbury Wine Company

Valerie Fisch, 1012 N. Main Street, Cottonwood 928.639.0646 • www.pillsburywine.com

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