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Pioneer Living History Village
Type: Historic Sites, History Museums, Museums
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Arizona's territorial days are recreated on this 85-acre property, where costumed craftspeople work among authentic and reproduced buildings. Special events like a lively bluegrass festival, a Civil... Read More
Arizona's territorial days are recreated on this 85-acre property, where costumed craftspeople work among authentic and reproduced buildings. Special events like a lively bluegrass festival, a Civil War reenactment, and an antique tractor show are held throughout the year. Adults and children of all ages are invited to stop by and enjoy an afternoon of family fun. The village is a mix of authentic buildings and historically accurate reproductions. You'll get to see the Opera House where Lilly Langtry sang and explore the real-life cabin that survived Arizona's bloodiest range war. There is also a blacksmith shop, sheriff's office and jail. Costumed interpreters bring the whole thing to life.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Patricia Escarcega
Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tucson Local Expert
- Things to Do with Kids, Family-Friendly Museums: "When you get hungry, stop by the on-site restaurant, the Chuckwagon."
- Best for Things to Do with Kids Because: Pioneer Living History Village gives kids a peek at life in territorial Arizona.
- Best for Family-Friendly Museums Because: Pioneer Living History Village brings Arizona's history to life in a fun, historically accurate setting.