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 A.D., as well as many articles of period furniture, an exhibit dedicated to ranching and the early-day cowboy and many photographic exhibits. The museum is operated by the Gila County Historical Society.
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 ArchaeologyWhen 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 HistoryGila 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 MuseumsThe exact construction date is unknown, but pictorial references verify this two story brick structure was built between 1905 and 1910. The Edison Electric Company occupied the ground floor and the upstairs was a residence for the company manager and his family.
Globe, AZ Historic BuildingsThis Colonial Revival home was built in 1905 of unbaked adobe and has a hip roof and a full-width veranda. It was originally an 868 sq. ft. duplex with an outhouse in the back. The shake shingle roof was covered with sheets of corrugated metal, and newspapers dated 1938
Globe, AZ Historic HomesThe Madonna of the Trail is one of twelve statues placed across the country in the 1930's to honor the Spirit of the Pioneer ...
On May 16, 1870, an army post was established near the present town of Whiteriver in order to assist the White Mountain Apach...
The exact construction date is unknown, but pictorial references verify this two story brick structure was built between 1905...
The old Gila County Courthouse is now home to the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts. This building was actually the second cou...