The Prescott area is home to four of Arizona’s most prized museums. Visitors are invited to explore western culture and heritage through a variety of exhibits and events found at these unique and engaging sites.
THE SHARLOT HALL MUSEUM
415 W. Gurley Street
928-445-3122 • www.sharlot.org
Sharlot Hall Museum is the crown jewel of history museums in Arizona. The museum is built around the site of the first Territorial Governor’s Mansion, which anchors nine historic buildings on a four-acre campus. An extensive collection of pioneer and Native American artifacts dating from Arizona’s territorial days brings the past to life for visitors, as do annual heritage festivals. A variety of related programs are offered throughout the year including signature living history presentations.
Summer Hours: (May-September)
Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Winter Hours: (October-April)
Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Admission Fee except for Museum Members
THE PHIPPEN MUSEUM OF WESTERN ART
4701 Highway 89 N.
928-778-1385 • www.phippenartmuseum.org
The Phippen Museum is named after local artist and first president of the Cowboy Artists of America, George Phippen. It presents museum quality Western art exhibits, educational opportunities and unique art events for visitors of all ages. A recent expansion project at the museum has seen the addition of 6,000 square feet of gallery space, with another 4,000 square feet for a research library and multipurpose classroom. The new gallery space is home to the Kemper & Ethel Marley Western Art Gallery and includes a western heritage gallery featuring artifacts, photos, artwork, a working chuck wagon and the Arizona Rancher and Cowboy Hall of Fame. The museum is also especially proud to be the new home of the Prescott Area Art Trust’s Solon H. Borglum collection, a special exhibit featuring 17 of his bronze sculptures, paintings, furniture and other extraordinary objects from his life. In addition to several outstanding permanent displays, the museum presents continuous rotating exhibits throughout the year.
Admission: Adults – $7; AAA members – $6; Students with ID – $5 & museum members and children 12 and under are free
SMOKI MUSEUM OF AMERICAN INDIAN ART & CULTURE
147 N. Arizona Street, Prescott, AZ 86301
928-445-1230 • www.smokimuseum.org
Learn about the early history of regional Native American tribes at the Smoki Museum of American Indian Art & Culture. Unique artifacts, ranging from pottery and jewelry to clothing and ornaments, are housed within the museum, as is an art collection composed of paintings, drawings, photographs and a substantial library. Events span the calendar year and there are plenty of chances to take advantage of the museum’s educational programs.
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday 1 – 4 p.m.; closed Monday
Admission:
Adults – $5
Seniors – $4
Students – $3
under 12 – Free
FORT WHIPPLE MUSEUM
Veterans Administration Complex – Building 11
500 N. Highway 89 • www.sharlot.org/fort-whipple
Located within a structure that originally stood as the officer’s quarters circa 1905, the Fort Whipple Museum gives visitors a glimpse of the military and medical history of the Arizona territory between 1864 and 1924. Fort Whipple Museum features entertaining and educational Living History Presentations on the third Saturday of each month from January through November.
Hours: Thursday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Admission: Free
Other attractions not to be missed while in the Prescott community include:
HERITAGE PARK ZOOLOGICAL SANCTUARY
1403 Heritage Park Road
928-778-4242 • 877-778-6008
www.heritageparkzoo.org
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary is a nonprofit wildlife sanctuary, dedicated to the conservation and protection of native and exotic animals. Located in scenic Prescott, the sanctuary provides a source of recreation, education and entertainment for all ages. With the mission of “Conservation through Education,” Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary provides a unique and up-close experience with animals visitors may see nowhere else. Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization funded by the community and visitors.
Summer Hours: Every day, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Winter Hours: Every day, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Admission:
Adults – $8
Children 3-12 – $5
under 3 – Free
HIGHLANDS CENTER FOR NATURAL HISTORY
1375 S. Walker Road
928-776-9550 • www.highlandscenter.org
The Highlands Center for Natural History is located on its 80-acre Lynx Creek site, which is home to the LEED-certified James Learning Center, the Kiwanis Amphitheatre and three miles of hiking trails, with one 3/4-mile loop that is handicap accessible. For more than three decades, the environmental education organization has been a top resource for outdoor science education. Year-round programming for youth and families is available, including hands-on field studies, lectures, workshops, summer day camps and more.
Summer Hours: (April-September) 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Winter Hours: (October-March) 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Admission: Free
WHISKEY ROW
Whiskey Row is Prescott’s – not to mention one of Arizona’s – most famous streets. In its heyday, Whiskey Row was lined with saloons that welcomed many well-known cowboys and outlaws on a regular basis. In 1900, the entire block – along with three-quarters of the town – was destroyed by fire. But within days, new structures began to rise, most of fireproof brick, and many of those buildings are still standing. Today, Whiskey Row is the ideal place for unique shopping, dining and plenty of entertainment.
DAY TRIPS
Prescott is the perfect “hub” for those who like to explore other parts of Yavapai County. For example, the beautiful red rocks of Sedona are an hour away. Enjoy some local wines in Chino Valley, Jerome and the Verde Valley area. For more information on the Verde Valley Wine Trail, go to www.vvwinetrail.com. And, the Grand Canyon always beckons visitors! Drive up in the morning, have lunch at the Canyon and be back in Prescott by the evening.
AREA LODGING
B&B – CABINS – COTTAGES -APARTMENTS
Apple Creek Cottages
1001 White Spar Road
928-445-7321 • 888-455-8033
www.applecreekcottages.com
Carleton Terrace Apartments & Vacation Rentals
315 E. Carleton
928-717-1607
www.carletonterrace.com
Creekside Preserve Lodge
11255 S. State Route 69, Mayer
928-632-0777
www.creeksidepreserve.com
Pleasant Street Cottages
233 N. Pleasant Street
928-777-0548
www.pleasantstreetcottages.com
Pleasant Street Inn B & B
142 S. Pleasant Street
928-445-4774
www.pleasantbandb.com
Prescott Pines Inn Bed & Breakfast
901 White Spar Road
928-445-7270 • 800-541-5374
www.prescottpinesinn.com
Whispering Pines B & B
3061 W. Tree Tops Trail
928-443-1429 • 928-232-0370
www.whisperingpinesbb-az.com
LODGING – HOTELS – MOTELS
Apple Creek Cottages
1001 White Spar Road
928-445-7321
www.applecreekcottages.com
Best Western Prescottonian Motel
1317 E. Gurley Street
928-445-3096
www.prescottbestwestern.com
Budget Host Inn
809 White Spar Road
928-445-1250
www.budgethost.com
Comfort Inn of Prescott
1290 White Spar Road
928-778-5770
www.prescottcomfortinn.net
Comfort Suites Prescott Valley
2601 Crownpointe Drive
928-771-2100
www.comfortsuites.com/hotel/az299
Days Inn Prescott Valley
7875 E. State Route 69
928-772-8600
www.pvdaysinn.com
Econo Lodge
1225 E. Gurley Street
928-445-7057
www.econolodge.com
Forest Villas Hotel
3645 Lee Circle
928-717-1200
www.forestvillas.com
Hampton Inn of Prescott
3453 Ranch Drive
928-443-5500
www.prescottaz.hamptoninn.com
Hassayampa Inn
122 E. Gurley Street
928-778-9434
www.hassayampainn.com
Heritage House Motel
819 E. Gurley Street
928-445-9091
www.rrscenery.com/heritage.html
Holiday Inn Express
3454 Ranch Drive
928-445-8900
www.hiexpress.com/prescottaz
Hotel St. Michael
205 W. Gurley Street
928-776-1999 • 800-678-3757
www.stmichaelhotel.com
Hotel Vendome
230 S. Cortez Street
928-776-0900
www.vendomehotel.com
Jerome Grand Hotel
P.O. Box H, Jerome
928-634-8200 • 888-817-6788
www.jeromegrandhotel.com
Motor Lodge (The)
503 S. Montezuma Street
928-717-0157
www.themotorlodge.com
Pine View Motel
500 Copper Basin Road
928-445-4660
Prescott Resort & Conference Center
1500 E. State Route 69
928-776-1666
www.prescottresort.com
Residence Inn by Marriott
3599 Lee Circle
928-775-2232
www.marriott.com/prcri
Sheldon Street Lodge
115 E. Sheldon Street
928-445-5554
www.sheldonstlodge.com
SpringHill Suites by Marriott
200 E. Sheldon Street
928-776-0998
www.marriott.com/prscsh
Wyndham Garden Hotel Prescott
4499 E. State Route 69
928-777-0770
www.wyndham.com/hotels/PRCWG/main.wnt?cha
RV PARKS – CAMPGROUNDS
Orchard Ranch RV Resort
11250 E. State Route 69 928-
772-8266 • 800-352-6305
www.orchardrvresort.com
Point of Rocks Campground
3025 N. State Route 89
928-445-9018
www.pointofrockscampground.com
Willow Lake RV & Camping Resort
1617 Heritage Park Road
928-445-6311
VACATION RENTALS
Carleton Terrace Apartments & Vacation Rentals
315 E. Carleton
928-717-1607
www.carletonterrace.com
Diamond Resorts
16858 N. Perimeter Drive – Bldg. #11 Scottsdale AZ 85260
602-350-1539
www.diamondresorts.com
Potter Rentals
2521 Hilltop Road
815-265-4407
www.potterrentals.com
Prescott Cabin Rentals
P.O. Box 4301
928-778-9573
www.prescottcabinrentals.com
Safe Harbor
211 E. Union Street
714-270-4135
www.prescottvacations.com