History
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8 states, 3 time zones and a ton of history: Take a trip down Route 66 as it turns 100
If you’ve ever planned to motor west and take the highway that’s the best, this might be the time: Route 66 turns 100 this year.
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Sip on history at 8 of the oldest bars in Arizona
From Old West saloons to historic hotel bars, these Arizona watering holes have been pouring drinks—and stories—for generations.
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7 mining towns in Arizona that have fascinating histories
Rugged, wild, and buzzing with history, mining towns in Arizona are equal parts fascinating and formative to the early days of the state.
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What was Tucson like in 1776? Presidio gives a glimpse back 250 years
The lives of the people in and around the Tucson Presidio were marked by violence, new beginnings, and hard work.
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How Lincoln and Eleanor Ragsdale helped desegregate Phoenix
Dr. Lincoln Ragsdale Sr. was an instrumental member of Phoenix’s community. Here’s how he became one of the city’s pioneers despite an onslaught of racism.
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These are the 4 things locals miss most about metro Phoenix
Here are four things locals said they miss the most about metro Phoenix before rapid development made its mark.
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We went inside the Monroe St. Abbey in Phoenix. Here’s what we saw
We took a tour of the historic Monroe St. Abbey in downtown Phoenix. Here’s what we learned, plus lots of photos showing you what it’s like inside.
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Book a stay with a side of history at these 9 storied Arizona hotels
Here’s a look at nine of Arizona’s oldest hotels, where you can follow the footsteps of famous figures from the past or maybe encounter a ghost.
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10 Arizona ghosts, haunted spots, and creepy urban legends
From a ghost town outside of Flagstaff to haunted hotels throughout the state, here are 10 tales of ghosts, haunted spots, and urban legends that may keep you up at night.
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20 influential Indigenous Americans you may not know about
Backed by news articles and historical sources, Stacker compiled a list of 20 influential Indigenous Americans you might not know about.
