State History
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At 100, Route 66 tells ‘the American story’ — the good and the bad
America’s most famous road hasn’t officially existed for more than 40 years, but millions of people worldwide continue to flock to Route 66 and soak up its mythology.
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5 haunted places in Arizona that you don’t want to visit alone
From the site of one of America’s most infamous cowboy battles to the “Wickedest Town in the West,” these haunted experiences help tell the stories of some of our spirits—that may still be around.
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How one man keeps Phoenix history alive with old signs
Phoenix lacks an official venue to display vintage signs—but one man has been filling that gap for drivers whizzing by on Interstate 17.
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Arizona’s oldest movie theater is still playing movies 111 years later
Construction started on the movie theater in 1913, just a year after Arizona’s statehood; it opened in 1915.
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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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The haunted grave of Angeline Hoagland (plus 4 more creepy sites in AZ)
From graveyards to ghost towns, Arizona is home to many morbid tales—including that of Angeline Hoagland. Here’s her story and four other creepy haunts.
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The stories behind the 5 ‘most haunted’ Phoenix restaurants
Even if you don’t believe in the paranormal, these”haunted” Phoenix restaurants offer an interesting glimpse into the history of the Valley.
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How a poker hand cemented one of Arizona’s oddest town names
Here’s the story behind Show Low, the Arizona city that got its name from a poker game.
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25 famous UA alumni, including Kourtney Kardashian and other favorites
From Olympic gold medalists and actors to members of Congress and chief executive officers, UA alumni have a wide reach.
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This is Arizona’s oldest mall. Hint: It’s not the one you think it is
Although Arizona’s oldest mall has kept some of its original architecture, the unique local stores that once filled the buildings are no longer there.
