Buildings
The “Old Governor’s House” Becomes a Museum
How did a deteriorating log house whose history was covered in clapboards and neglect become a museum for territorial history?
02/20/2021
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Month: February 2021
Days Past
John Jay Gosper – The Arizona Governor Who Never Was: Part 2
In addition to using the press to praise his own achievements, Gosper further enhanced his public profile with a controversial proclamation during Frémont’s absence…
02/15/2021
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Days Past
John Jay Gosper – The Arizona Governor Who Never Was: Part 1
Despite considerable effort, John Jay Gosper was only thwarted in his campaign to become Arizona Territorial Governor.
02/07/2021
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Collections
‘Toys!’ Not Just Fun ‘n’ Games!
Toys have been around as long as civilization – maybe longer. A new, interactive exhibit opens (to the public) March 20 at Sharlot Hall Museum that will go beyond the
02/06/2021
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Museum News
Volunteer Training Starts Feb. 11
Become immersed in history… dive into local history by becoming a volunteer at Sharlot Hall Museum. Orientation begins Thursday, February 11. It’s free, and it provides a perfect entry point
02/05/2021
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Days Past
Twenty-Seven Days in Mayer
In the early months of WWII, the little-known town of Mayer, Arizona, played a small but significant role: the site of an Asian-American assembly camp.
02/01/2021
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