State History
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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.
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Arizona’s oldest freeway is still pretty young. Here’s how it started
Although Black Canyon Freeway has changed since the 1950s, this iconic freeway was a key part of tourism and travel in the Grand Canyon State.
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How did metro Phoenix streets get their names? Here’s the story behind 46 roads
From Warner Road to Bethany Home Road, here’s what Arizona natives and newcomers alike should know about how metro Phoenix streets and roads got their names.
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These Arizona towns have the cutest main streets, ranking says
Here are nine picture-perfect main streets in Arizona that capture the state’s rich history, according to World Atlas.
