When Gila County moved its offices into the then new county courthouse in March, 1907, the county jail was housed in the rear of the ground floor. Shortly thereafter, it was apparent that the jail within the courthouse was insufficient to meet the needs of the county. On January 5, 1909
Globe, AZ Pioneer HistoryBesh-Ba-Gowah is an ancient ruin unlike the others. Here you are encouraged to walk within the rooms of this 700 year old pueblo, climb ladders into the upper stories, and see the utensils, pottery and furbishings that were a part of life in pre-Columbian times.
Globe, AZ ArchaeologyThe Snell House is one of the finest homes in the community. Built in 1911,
Globe, AZ Historic Homes
Salt River Canyon
Some people believe, because of the more intimate contact, that the Salt River Canyon is more beautiful than the Grand Canyon. Salt River rafting trips begin here.
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Globe, AZ Natural AttractionsThe Holy Angels Catholic Church is a Romanesque Revival Church with Mission Revival influences, with remarkable stained glass windows. Constructed between 1916 and 1918
Globe, AZ Historic ChurchesWinslow's Old Trails Museum opened in 1985 in an old bank building located in the heart of the downtown business district. Th...
Best known for globally significant Late Triassic fossils, the park attracts many researchers. Geologists study the multi-hue...
Phelps Dodge Morenci, Inc., is the largest copper producing operation in North America. Active operations include an open-pit...
Thunder Raceway features some of Arizona's best 1/4 mile dirt track racing. Racing begins in April and runs through Septembe...