Many of Arizona’s once-thriving mining communities are now ghost towns, they are nestled in picturesque valleys and harsh desert mountain ranges. Arizona is also home to a popular stretch of America’s beloved Route 66, where trading posts remain, and although long abandoned, they still have vibrant, visual stories to tell. Irresistible sunsets are an Arizona trademark, so too should be its slowly disintegrating past, we must be mindful of what we leave behind before we move on to what’s next.

Susan Tattersall hosts a discussion of Arizona’s dusty ghost towns and silent concrete masterpieces during this FREE evening lecture. From Ruby, Arizona near the US/Mexico border to Route 66 in the north country, Tattersall will present both oral and visual stories of communities in the state long abandoned and left behind.

Many of Arizona’s once-thriving mining communities are now ghost towns, they are nestled in picturesque valleys and harsh desert mountain ranges. Arizona is also home to a popular stretch of America’s beloved Route 66, where trading posts remain, and although long abandoned, they still have vibrant, visual stories to tell. Irresistible sunsets are an Arizona trademark, so too should be its slowly disintegrating past, we must be mindful of what we leave behind before we move on to what’s next.

Susan Tattersall hosts a discussion of Arizona’s dusty ghost towns and silent concrete masterpieces during this FREE evening lecture. From Ruby, Arizona near the US/Mexico border to Route 66 in the north country, Tattersall will present both oral and visual stories of communities in the state long abandoned and left behind.

Aug 10 10:00am – 3:00pm Free! The Arizona Rough Riders is a living history group which brings the Spanish-American War era (1898) to life. Dressed in authentic period dress of the famous Rough Riders, they describe the era, the war, the effects, and the social mores of turn of the century America. The troop depicted actually came from Prescott 100 years ago. Flagstaff men also went to the war in the famous “cowboy cavalry”. The Rough Riders are the most famous ‘all volunteer unit’ in the history of the US Military. At noon, they will present, “History of the Arizona Rough Riders and the Spanish-American War in Cuba.” This FREE event does not include tour admission to Riordan Mansion.

Courtesy Riordan Mansion State Historic Park Collection

Join us on August 11 from 2:30-4:00 pm for a 90-minute guided walk from Riordan Mansion to explore the Arizona Lumber and Timber Company property and the town site of Milton. We will look at the buildings that are left and show historic photos of what was once there. The tours are recommended for ages twelve and older. Cost is $15; $13 for AHS members. Space is limited, reservations are required.

Join us Sunday, Sept 8 from 1:00-3:00pm! Step back to 1904 with a time period inspired afternoon tea on the veranda. You are welcome to dress in your finest Victorian or Edwardian attire and wear your favorite hat.

Cost: Adults (14+) $30 Youth (7-13) $15, 10% discount for AHS Members

Space is limited, reservations are required. Tickets go on sale August 1st. Reservations and information can be obtained by calling the Park.