A Big Local Welcome YAVAPAI COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Welcome to the 134th Annual World’s Oldest Rodeo® “True. Western. Determination” In Prescott, Arizona since the year 1888, this traditional western event during the Fourth of July weekend includes parades and pagentry, dances and of course the rodeo itself. These activities are for all age groups to enjoy while celebrating our western heritage and the birth of our beloved nation. As in 1888, the first rodeo was a reflection of our “True. Western. Determination.” to keep our heritage alive and celebrate our people’s love of the outdoors and the western work ethic that has served this nation so well before and since. Through the years and even now, the western life style has been the envy of people throughout the world and still is alive and well today. Please celebrate it with us!
We want to thank all the folks from all over this world for coming to Yavapai County and the City of Prescott area to enjoy this truly international event. Please visit our downtown establishments and the western hospitality that can be found there, enjoy time in our open space areas, maybe take a stroll on one of our many trails in the rocky hills or through the pine covered forest. However, please don’t forget the rodeo!! The entire Board of Supervisors for Yavapai County wishes for you to have a wonderful holiday here in Yavapai County and we know you’ll enjoy the World’s Oldest Rodeo®. Sincerely, Craig L. Brown, Chairman Yavapai County Board of Supervisors District 4
CITY OF PRESCOTT - OFFICE OF THE MAYOR Greetings, Rodeo Fans, and Welcome to Prescott: We are thrilled to host the 134th edition of the iconic World’s Oldest Rodeo®. Particularly this year, Prescott Frontier Days® is one of our most anticipated and celebrated events. We are so pleased to be able to host in-person events again in Prescott. I am also proud that, even during the pandemic, the rodeo went on, keeping the tradition alive and well. Prescott cherishes our history and Western heritage, as the First Territorial Capital of Arizona. Prescott is home to the legendary Whiskey Row, the Sharlot Hall Museum, which houses the territorial governor’s mansion, the Phippen Museum of Western Art, the Western Heritage Center, and the Museum of Indigenous Peoples. Prescott is an ideal place for those seeking a historic, charming community surrounded by natural beauty, infused with culture and higher education. With a comfortable year-round climate, access to the Prescott National Forest, over 500 miles of multiuse trails, five
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sporting lakes, and four museums, Prescott offers “Old West” culture mixed with artistic creativity and a love of the outdoors. Earlier this year, True West Magazine named Prescott “Best Old West Town to Live In.” While in Prescott be sure to visit our one-of-a-kind, locally-owned shops, restaurants, bars, breweries and cafes that add to the unique charm of our city. Thank you for joining us to celebrate the 134th World’s Oldest Rodeo® and nearly 175 years of rich Prescott history. Enjoy the rodeo, and best of luck to all of our riders and contestants! Sincerely,
Greg Mengarelli
Greg Mengarelli Mayor, City of Prescott
