Jerome Attractions

 
Jerome was once a mining town known for its copper, gold, and silver. For a brief time, it had a population of nearly 15,000 but after the main mine closed in 1952 it eventually became a ghost town. Today, like other former mining towns in Arizona, Jerome has been converted into a tourist destination, primarily frequented by day trippers.

A twisting road winds its way through the hillside town past old buildings, some of which have been restored, others of which have not. Many artists have taken up residence here and opened shops and galleries. The town is located at an elevation of over 5,000 feet and the setting is quite dramatic

Jerome is a National Historic Landmark. You can learn more about the mining history of the town at the Mining Museum. If you are planning a routing through Arizona, Jerome makes a good day trip from Sedona and Prescott, or even Flagstaff, just over an hour away.

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The historic Holy Family Catholic Church in Jerome.Holy Family Catholic Church, Jerome
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