Arizona - Central Attractions
The central region of Arizona contains the cities of Flagstaff, Prescott and Sedona and the Coconino and Prescott National Forests.
Black Canyon City, Arizona
Black Canyon City is located north of Phoenix just west of Highway 17. Black Canyon City was a stagecoach stop between Phoenix and Prescott as well as a gateway to the plateaus and mountains.
Black Canyon City Chamber Of Commerce
Box 1919
Black Canyon City, AZ 85324-1919
United States
Box 1919
Black Canyon City, AZ 85324-1919
United States
Phone 1 (623) 374-9797
Fax 1 (623) 374-9225
Cordes Junction, Arizona
Cordes Junction is a small town located on Interstate 17 between Phoenix and Flagstaff.
Arcosanti
The experimental town of Acrosanti began in 1970 and once complete, will house 5000 people, demonstrating ways to improve urban conditions. Italian architect Paolo Soleri founded the Arcosanti project as a testing ground for his theory of arcology, which blends architecture and ecology. The large greenhouses provide gardening space and act as solar collectors for winter heat. The current design allows privacy for residents while also offering many common areas for socializing. Bronze and ceramic windbells, tiles, and sculptures are made and sold on site. The Colly Soleri Music Center at Arcosanti offers performing arts events throughout the spring, summer, and early fall.
(Central)
The settlement of Arcosanti was designed by the Soleri firm of architects with careful concern for ecological considerations.The experimental town of Acrosanti began in 1970 and once complete, will house 5000 people, demonstrating ways to improve urban conditions. Italian architect Paolo Soleri founded the Arcosanti project as a testing ground for his theory of arcology, which blends architecture and ecology. The large greenhouses provide gardening space and act as solar collectors for winter heat. The current design allows privacy for residents while also offering many common areas for socializing. Bronze and ceramic windbells, tiles, and sculptures are made and sold on site. The Colly Soleri Music Center at Arcosanti offers performing arts events throughout the spring, summer, and early fall.
Arcosanti
HC 74, Box 4136
Mayer, AZ 86333
United States
HC 74, Box 4136
Mayer, AZ 86333
United States
Phone 1 (928) 632-7135
Fax 1 (928) 632-6229
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
One-hour walking tours are offered daily at 10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, and 4pm (tours are rarely cancelled).
Guides
Guided tour included with admission.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Restaurant or food service
Prescott National Forest
Prescott National Forest is one of six national forests in the state. It is located in a mountainous section of central Arizona, with elevations from 3,000 to 8,000 feet. Visitors will enjoy camping, hiking, fishing, backpacking, and picnicking.
Prescott National Forest
344 South Cortez Street
Prescott, AZ 86303-4398
United States
344 South Cortez Street
Prescott, AZ 86303-4398
United States
Phone 1 (928) 443-8000
Fax 1 (928) 771-4884
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Red Rock Ranger District (formerly Beaver Creek Ranger District)
(Coconino National Forest)
Valle - Planes of Fame Air Museum, Arizona
This Planes of Fame Air Museum displays aircraft spanning the history of manned flight, from a replica of the Chanute Hang Glider of 1896, through modern space flight, as well as numerous milestone achieving test and research flight vehicles.
