Glendale in Maricopa County, Arizona — The American Mountains (Southwest)
Glendale Business District
Developed 1896 – 1921
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, May 4, 2010
1. Glendale Business District Marker
Settled in 1892, Glendale developed its own "downtown" where residents obtained the goods and services they needed. It was also where local farmers shipped the fruits, vegetables, and livestock they raised to national markets. Glendale blossomed into the largest town in the northwest Salt River Valley. Separated from Phoenix by miles of open space, Glendale's downtown had banks, groceries, theaters, department stores, and other businesses. The role of the downtown changed by the 1960's as the area grew and the automobile provided other shopping options. Yet Glendale businesses and government worked together since the 1980's to again make the area a regional destination.Erected by City of Glendale.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Places. A significant historical year for this entry is 1892.
Location. 33° 32.385′ N, 112° 11.015′ W. Marker is in Glendale, Arizona, in Maricopa County. Marker is at the intersection of West Glenn Drive and North 58th Avenue, on the right when traveling east on West Glenn
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Murphy Park (within shouting distance of this marker); Robert W. Cole Building (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Glendale's Towering Flagstaff (about 400 feet away); William J. Murphy (about 400 feet away); Hine Building (about 500 feet away); Sine Building (about 500 feet away); Methodist Episcopal Church of Glendale Sanctuary (about 500 feet away); Glendale Townsite (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Glendale.
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, May 4, 2010
2. Glendale Business District Marker
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, May 4, 2010
3. Glendale Business District
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on May 8, 2010, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 910 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 8, 2010, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
