Williams in Coconino County, Arizona — The American Mountains (Southwest)
The "World Famous" Sultana
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, July 8, 2010
1. The "World Famous" Sultana Marker
Constructed of formed concrete block in 1912, this saloon and billiard hall included a buffet for the townspeople who used it as a gathering place. Named for the famous Sultana Ruby of India. During prohibition the basement speakeasy provided bootleg liquor and gambling by invitation only.Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1912.
Location. 35° 14.999′ N, 112° 11.375′ W. Marker is in Williams, Arizona, in Coconino County. Marker is at the intersection of West Historic Route 66 and South 3rd Street, on the right when traveling east on West Historic Route 66. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 301 W Historic Rte 66, Williams AZ 86046, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Sultana Theater (a few steps from this marker); Babbitt-Polson Building (a few steps from this marker); Pollock Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Telegraph Office (within shouting distance of this marker); Rittenhouse Haberdashery (within shouting distance
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Photographed By Bill Kirchner, July 8, 2010
2. The "World Famous" Sultana
The "World Famous" Sultana Marker is on the corner of the building under the 'cocktails' sign.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 29, 2022. It was originally submitted on July 21, 2010, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,060 times since then and 47 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 21, 2010, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
