Globe, Arizona
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30miles Northeast of Globe
Theodore Roosevelt Dam, the first major structure constructed by the Bureau of Reclamation on the Salt River Project (SRP), spans the Salt River to form a huge reservoir 24 miles long. The dam is 280... continue
34miles Southeast of Globe
San Carlos Lake was formed by the construction of Coolidge Dam and is rimmed by 158 miles of shoreline and stores. The 920 foot long dam was built on the Gila River to irrigate about 100,000... continue
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Old Gila County Jail
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 History
Besh-Ba-Gowah Archaeological Park
Besh-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 Archaeology
Historic Courthouse
The old Gila County Courthouse is now home to the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts. This building was actually the second county courthouse built on this site. The original courthouse, completed in September 1888, was evidently inadequate to begin with. By March, 1907
Globe, AZ Historic Courthouses
Gila County Historical Museum
Gila County Historical Museum was once used as a rescue station for the old Dominion Mine from 1914 until the 1960s. The museum houses many collections and Indian artifacts dating back to 1125
Globe, AZ Museums
The Snell House
The Snell House is one of the finest homes in the community. Built in 1911,
Globe, AZ Historic Homes
Things to do near Globe, AZ
La Posada Hotel
This magnificent property, designed by Mary Colter, the famed Grand Canyon architect, is the last of the great Harvey Houses ...
The Craftsman Style Cottage Home
This 1915 home with original wood siding is typical of the craftsman era. As the home changed hands over time, the house was...
The Eder House
This Colonial Revival home was built in 1905 of unbaked adobe and has a hip roof and a full-width veranda. It was originally ...
Snowflake Monument
Those acquainted with Arizona know that the Town of Snowflake receives its share of snow occasionally, but the naming of the ...
Apache Cultural Center & Museum
Originally established in 1969, the White Mountain Apache Cultural Center stands as a monument to the Tribe's historical resi...