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Prescott, Arizona

Everything Prescott is known for

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Music in Prescott

Songs About Prescott

Tying Knots in the Devil’s Tail
Colter Wall
93%
"At the head of the Whisky Row"
Cowpoke
Colter Wall
54%
"I'll pick up a ten spot in Prescott, I know / Ridin' the broncs in the big rodeo"
One Hand In The Riggin'
Ned LeDoux & Chris LeDoux
51%
"I got bucked off down in Prescott"
Highway To Nogales
Brenn Hill
2%
"Said “If you don’t make it to Prescott then my life will be in vain”"

Artists From Prescott

History of Prescott

Prescott, AZ RoadyGoat

Prescott, Arizona, nestled at over 5,000 feet, has always drawn people seeking something unique. Designated the first capital of the Arizona Territory, it became a hub of activity early on. Even before Arizona was a state, Prescott was attracting notable figures. Baseball Hall of Famer Buck Ewing, a star catcher, donned the local team's colors in the late 1800s, bringing a touch of big-league talent to the high country. The town has a way of imprinting itself on people, and while the Phoenix Suns, the closest NBA team, have struggled to bring a championship to the state, Prescott has quietly nurtured its own stars. The echoes of the past are palpable in Prescott. While a devastating fire swept through downtown in 1900, necessitating reconstruction, the spirit of the town remained. The annual Frontier Days rodeo, the state's first, started in 1888 and continues to draw crowds.

Things to Do in Prescott

Everything Near Prescott

8 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.

  • Prescott, AZ

    Prescott, Arizona, nestled at over 5,000 feet, has always drawn people seeking something unique. Designated the first capital of the Arizona Territory, it became a hub of activity early on. Even before Arizona was a…

  • Elks Building and Theater · 0.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Pull over here for a second – this spot is a time machine! The Elks Building and Theater is one of the only turn-of-the-20th-century Elks' opera houses still standing. Completed in 1905, this theater quickly became the…

  • Courthouse Plaza Historic District · 0.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Welcome to the heart of Prescott, where history isn't just remembered, it's lived. This Courthouse Plaza Historic District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978, is more than just a pretty square;…

  • Yavapai County Courthouse · 0.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    This stately courthouse, built in 1916, stands as a testament to Yavapai County's rich history and enduring legal traditions. Designed by architect William N. Bowman, this building replaced earlier courthouses that…

  • Hassayampa Inn · 0.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Legend says a mischievous spirit named 'Hassayampa' haunts this historic inn, built in 1927. The Hassayampa Inn, designed by architects Trost & Trost, quickly became a landmark on Gurley Street in Prescott. Its…

  • Arizona Pioneers' Home · 0.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    This retirement home was established to house early Arizona pioneers and disabled miners. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Arizona attracted many people seeking fortune in mining and other industries. But life…

  • Woolsey Ranchhouse Ruins · 13.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    These crumbling walls whisper tales of frontier life and conflict, marking the site of King Woolsey's Ranch. In 1863, King Woolsey, a prominent figure in the Arizona Territory, established his ranch here. He was known…

  • Mayer Red Brick Schoolhouse · 16.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    This unassuming red brick building represents a commitment to education that has shaped the community of Mayer, Arizona, for generations. In the early 1920s, the town founder, Joe Mayer, donated land for a new…

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