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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Tucson, Arizona

 
Clickable Map of Pima County, Arizona and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Pima County, AZ (308) Cochise County, AZ (137) Graham County, AZ (16) Maricopa County, AZ (213) Pinal County, AZ (105) Santa Cruz County, AZ (27) Yuma County, AZ (60)  PimaCounty(308) Pima County (308)  CochiseCounty(137) Cochise County (137)  GrahamCounty(16) Graham County (16)  MaricopaCounty(213) Maricopa County (213)  PinalCounty(105) Pinal County (105)  SantaCruzCounty(27) Santa Cruz County (27)  YumaCounty(60) Yuma County (60)
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1 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Agua Caliente Regional Park — Agua Caliente Ranch and Hot Springs
Agua Caliente Ranch In 1873, Peter B. Bain filed the first formal claim to the land surrounding Agua Caliente Spring. Bain and a partner, Marion T. Beckwith, began a dairy cattle operation by bringing cows north from Sonora. Bain built a house, . . . Map (db m34592) HM
2 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Armory Park — Broadway BoulevardCamp Street
In 1862, Union soldiers took possession of a former Confederate camp located in what is now Armory Park neighborhood. The camp, originally named Military Plaza, was reactivated in 1866 as Camp Lowell. During its occupation, soldiers traveled between . . . Map (db m69704) HM
3 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Armory Park — Camp Lowell 1866-1873
Camp Lowell was established at this location in 1866 by the U.S. Army in recognition of the strategic military importance of Tucson. The local populace was fearful of Apaches, and the camp provided military protection as well as bringing financial . . . Map (db m83013) HM
4 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Armory Park — Carlos Ygnacio Velasco House
This house dating from the 1870s was purchased by Carlos and Beatriz Velasco in 1878. In the same year, Velasco began publication of the newspaper "El Fronterizo," which continued until his death in 1914. This building was the office and print . . . Map (db m150194) HM
5 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Armory Park — Corral Street
Named in the late 1860s for the location of the U.S. quartermaster’s corral where Camp Lowell’s military horses were held. The corral was located west of Camp Lowell near South Scott Avenue.Map (db m69623) HM
6 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Armory Park — Scott Avenue
Named during Arizona’s Territorial period after businessman and Tucson pioneer, William F Scott (b.1831-d. ca.1914). In the 1870s, he operated a flour mill adjacent to his home at the corner of Main and McCormick (since demolished).Map (db m69622) HM
7 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Armory Park — Scott Avenue
Named during Arizona’s Territorial period after businessman and Tucson pioneer, William F Scott (b.1831-d. ca.1914). In the 1870s, he operated a flour mill adjacent to his home at the corner of Main and McCormick (since demolished).Map (db m70214) HM
8 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Armory Park — Spanish War Veterans Monument1898-1902
In Memory of Those Who Served Spanish American War 1898-1902 Cuba – Porto Rico – Philippines – China Lest You ForgetMap (db m38993) HM
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9 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Armory Park — Stone Avenue
Named during Arizona’s Territorial period for Colonel John Finkle Stone (b. ca.1836-d.1869). He was a colonel in the Union Army and owner of the first house on Stone Avenue at McCormick Street. Stone also operated a mine near Apache Pass, where he . . . Map (db m69621) HM
10 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Armory Park — Temple of Music and Art
This cultural center was built through the efforts of the Saturday Morning Music Club. The grand opening October 28, 1927, starred violinist Jascha Heifetz. Many world-renowned artists followed upon the stage and in the galleries while local talent . . . Map (db m26442) HM
11 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Armory Park — To The Mormon Battalion
Which, under command of Col. Cooke, in the course of their 2,000 mile infantry march to the Pacific coast, arrived and raised the first American flag in Tucson. December 16, 1846Map (db m27281) HM
12 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Armory Park — World War I Memorial
1917 World War 1918 Dedicated to Those Who Served Lest We ForgetMap (db m38994) HM
13 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Barrio Viejo — Carrillo Intermediate School
Carrillo School was named for the prominent Tucson businessman, Leopoldo Carrillo. During the 1880's, the site contained the Carrillo Gardens, the city's first park with eight acres of spring-fed artificial lakes, gardens and a recreational center. . . . Map (db m83016) HM
14 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Barrio Viejo — Cushing Street
Named in 1872 for First Lieutenant Howard B. Cushing (b.1838- d.1871). During his early military career, Cushing participated in many notable Civil War battles, including Shiloh, Fredericksburg, Gettysburg and Hatcher’s Run. In 1871, while in . . . Map (db m69562) HM
15 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Barrio Viejo — El Parque de Orlando y Diego Mendoza
English In 1981, two young brothers, Orlando and Diego Mendoza, died when a drunk driver ran a stop sign at this intersection hitting the car in which the two children were riding. Orlando was 2 years old; Diego was 17 months. The . . . Map (db m83027) HM
16 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Barrio Viejo — El Tiradito(The Wishing Shrine)
This is the only shrine in the United States dedicated to the soul of a sinner buried in unconsecrated ground. It is affectionately called "El Tiradito"- the castaway. The many legends about its origin all involve a tragic triangle love affair in . . . Map (db m83030) HM
17 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Barrio Viejo — One Story from the Barrio ViejoThe History of Room 6
1914 Room 6 (originally addressed 202 W. 18th Street, and later 709 S. 8th Avenue), on the southeast corner of the excavated row house on Lot 10 (see map), housed several businesses throughout its history. In 1914, it was a blacksmith shop, . . . Map (db m57789) HM
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18 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Barrio Viejo — Teatro Carmen
Named for its founder, Carmen Soto Vásquez, this was one of the first theaters in Tucson devoted exclusively to the presentation of dramatic works in Spanish. From the opening night, May 20, 1915, with a performance of "Cerebro y . . . Map (db m83233) HM
19 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Barrio Viejo — Temple Emanu-El
Jewish pioneers, among Arizona's earliest settlers, began arriving in the 1850s and for half a century they worshipped in private homes and rented quarters. In 1904, the Hebrew Ladies Aid Society, now the Sisterhood of Temple Emanu-El, . . . Map (db m83237) HM
20 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Butterfly Peak Natural Area — Honorable Frank Harris Hitchcock
This beautiful highway was made possible by his sincere interest and unceasing efforts. It is dedicated to him and shall be known as"Hitchcock Highway"Map (db m30020) HM
21 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Butterfly Peak Natural Area — The San Pedro River ValleyOn a clear day you can see the Gila National Forest in New Mexico from here!
You are looking at the San Pedro River Valley. The San Pedro River flows north to the Gila River, which ultimately meets the Colorado River and heads south to Mexico and the Gulf of California. The river supports riparian vegetation that provides . . . Map (db m131232) HM
22 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Catalina Foothills Estates — Tucson
Tucson, one of the oldest towns in the United States, was originally developed as a Hohokam Indian Village called Stook-zone, meaning water at the foot of black mountain. Spanish settlers arrived in the Tucson area in 1776, and fought along . . . Map (db m114699) HM
23 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Colonia Solana — El Conquistador Water Tower
Constructed in 1928, the tower is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been designated as a Tucson Landmark. The tower's Spanish colonial revival sheathing was designed by Tucson architect Roy Place and added in 1932. . . . Map (db m26288) HM
24 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Colonia Solana — Epes RandolphAugust 16, 1856 – August 22, 1921
[ Four markers are mounted on the four sides around the base of the monument. ] Side A: Southern Pacific Railroad Map Epes commanded the "Randolph Lines" that connected Phoenix and southern Arizona's outlying communities . . . Map (db m38936) HM
25 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Allande FootbridgeHistoric Site
Memorial to Pedro Allande, first resident commander of the Royal Presidio of Tucson and energetic captain of the Mexican Dragoons, regular Spanish army. Near this site he was wounded severely in his right leg during the attack of May 1, 1782, by 600 . . . Map (db m82943) HM
26 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Arizona's First Public School
On November 18, 1867, the Pima County Board of Supervisors created Tucson School District 1. An old adobe building at this location was refitted for classes. Desks and benches were built, new windows were installed in the 25' x 40' classroom, and . . . Map (db m83010) HM
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27 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — August 20th Park
This park is a memorial to the founding of Tucson. On August 20, 1775, Lt. Col. Don Hugo Oconor, Commandant Inspector of the Frontier Provinces of New Spain, in the company of Fr. Francisco Garces and Lt. Juan Carmona officially established the . . . Map (db m83011) HM
28 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Charles O. Brown HouseHistoric Site
A small adobe house stood on the south side of this lot when it was purchased by Charlie Brown in 1868. Brown, a pre-Civil War settler and prominent citizen, built the Congress Hall Saloon, the town's most popular gaming place and meeting hall. . . . Map (db m83022) HM
29 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Commemorating the Raising of the First American Flag within the Walled City of Tucson
Commemorating the raising of the First American Flag within the Walled City of Tucson Dec 16, 1846Map (db m74174) HM
30 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Congress StreetCalle de la Alegria
Originally named “Street of Joy” during Tucson’s Spanish period. In 1869, its name changed to Congress Street, derived from Charles O. Brown’s Congress Hall Saloon. In 1867, Arizona’s territorial capital was moved to Tucson, and Brown’s . . . Map (db m70187) HM
31 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Congress StreetCalle de la Alegria
Originally named “Street of Joy” during Tucson’s Spanish period. In 1869, its name changed to Congress Street, derived from Charles O. Brown’s Congress Hall Saloon. In 1867, Arizona’s territorial capital was moved to Tucson, and Brown’s . . . Map (db m70191) HM
32 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Convent Street
Named in 1869 for the convent located adjacent to San Augustín Cathedral. When the seven Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet finally arrived in 1870, they opened the city’s first parochial school for girls next to San Augustín. Three years later . . . Map (db m69589) HM
33 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Convent Street Reported missing
Named in 1869 for the convent located adjacent to San Augustín Cathedral. When the seven Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet finally arrived in 1870, they opened the city’s first parochial school for girls next to San Augustín. Three years later . . . Map (db m186122) HM
34 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Convent Street Reported missing
Named in 1869 for the convent located adjacent to San Augustín Cathedral. When the seven Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet finally arrived in 1870, they opened the city’s first parochial school for girls next to San Augustín. Three years later . . . Map (db m186125) HM
35 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — El Paso & Southwestern Depot and Park
The El Paso and Southwestern Railroad, originally owned by the Phelps Dodge Company, was extended from El Paso into Tucson in the fall of 1912. The handsome depot of classical design, featuring a large rotunda with a stained glass dome, was . . . Map (db m83028) HM
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36 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Exchange at the PresidioThe Mormon Battalion Enters Tucson, 16 December 1846
Near this site on December 16 – 17, 1846, the U.S. 101st Infantry ("Mormon") Battalion under the command of Colonel Philip St. George Cooke peacefully occupied the Presidio San Agustin del Tucson. Organized in Council Bluffs, Iowa, to . . . Map (db m73983) HM
37 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Fox Tucson TheatreEl Teatro Fox Tucson
The Fox Tucson Theatre, the country's only southwestern art deco movie palace, was designed by California architect Eugene Durfee. Construction began in 1929 for the Tower Theatre, the crown jewel of the Diamos Brothers Southern Arizona Movie . . . Map (db m83033) HM
38 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Garcés FootbridgePuente de Garcés — Historic Site —
Memorial to Francisco Garcés, explorer and first Franciscan missionary to the Pima village at the foot of Sentinel Peak. In 1770 Garcés and the Pimas constructed at that site the first substantial building in Tucson, a mission residence with two . . . Map (db m83034) HM
39 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Granada Avenue
Its name derives from the Spanish word meaning “pomegranate.” The area between what is now Interstate-10 and Main Avenue once supported irrigated agricultural fields during Arizona’s Territorial period.Map (db m69620) HM
40 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Jackson Street
Named in 1872 after John A. Jackson (ca 1835-d.1870), a rancher and farmer who lived at the San Pedro settlement near Tucson. On 16 April 1870, he was ambushed and killed by Apache Indians as he returned to his ranch.Map (db m83201) HM
41 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Jácome’s
[ Four markers are mounted to a four sided kiosk. ] Side A: Jácome’s Department Stores, Inc. 1896 – 1980 This area was the final location of Jácome’s Department Store from 1951 to 1980. For twenty-nine years the people . . . Map (db m40049) HM
42 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — La Catedral de San Agustin1863 – 1897
On this site stood the Catedral de San Agustin, the first church near the Tucson Presidio, Arizona Territory. The adobe and stone structure was built under the direction of Bishop Salpointe in 1883.Map (db m51618) HM
43 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Main AvenueCalle Real — El Camino Real —
Originating during Mexico’s Spanish period, “Royal Road” connected Spain’s southern and northern territories. The route linked Mexico City, Guadalajara, Mazatlan, and Culiacan, Magdalena to Spain’s northern outposts. Eventually, Calle . . . Map (db m70193) HM
44 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — McCormick Street
Named during Arizona’s Territorial period after territorial delegate to Congress, Richard McCormick (b.1832 – d.1901). In the 1870s he sponsored legislative measures to reduce discrimination against Mexicans in the Arizona territory. With . . . Map (db m70212) HM
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45 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Meyer StreetCallejon de las Flores
Originally named “Flower Alley” during Tucson’s Spanish period, its name was later changed to honor German-born soldier and politician, Charles H. Meyer (b.1829- d.1907). He came to Arizona with the US Army and settled in Tucson in 1858. . . . Map (db m69592) HM
46 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Ochoa Street
Named during Arizona’s Territorial period to honor Estevan Ochoa (b.1831 – d.1888), whose ancestors arrived in Mexico with the Cortez expedition. He was born in Chihuahua, Mexico to a wealthy mining and ranching family. Before settling . . . Map (db m70211) HM
47 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Pearl Street / Ott StreetCalle del Correo
Originally located between Granada Avenue and Church Street during Arizona's territorial period, "Post Office Street," was where postmaster and mayor, Mark Aldrich (b.1801 – d.1873) lived and worked. The southwestern half of the street was . . . Map (db m70190) HM
48 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Pennington Footbridge
Memorial to Elias Pennington, pioneer rancher, farmer, miner, freighter and lumberman. In 1857, he came from Texas with his twelve children settling in various locations around southern Arizona for several years. Near this site, in 1863, Pennington . . . Map (db m82942) HM
49 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Pennington StreetCalle de la Misión — Calle del Arroyo —
Named in the late 1600s after the route connecting Tucson’s Presidio with mission San Cosme de Tucson. The street was also called Calle del Arroyo, referencing the arroyo immediately south of the presidio walls. The street was renamed in 1871 to . . . Map (db m69816) HM
50 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Pima County CourthouseHistoric Site
The first Pima County Courthouse, a single-story adobe structure built in 1868, was replaced in 1881 by a large two-story stone and red brick victorian building which, in turn, was removed in 1928 to make way for the present structure. This . . . Map (db m55222) HM
51 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Plaza de la Mesilla
One of the few remaining sites which recall the Mexican heritage of Tucson, it acquired its name after the Gadsden Purchase (1854) as the terminus of the wagon road joining Tucson to the territorial capital, then at Mesilla. When San Agustin, the . . . Map (db m83208) HM
52 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Plaza de las Armas
The largest plaza within the Spanish presidio of San Agustin del Tucson, founded in 1775, this area was originally used for military formations and drill. After construction of the first Pima County courthouse (1870), the name was changed to Court . . . Map (db m83209) HM
53 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Presidio Wall Camino Real
Near this site was the southwest corner of the adobe wall that surrounded the Spanish Presidio, an enclosure of 11 ¼ acres which included most of the present city – county governmental complex and the Art Museum block. Tucson was the largest . . . Map (db m83214) HM
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54 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Roy Place "Montgomery Ward" Building
Façade restoration 44 North Stone Avenue Original Architect - Roy Place (1887-1950) Rededicated September 2010 Pima County 2004 Bond Funds Façade restored to original 1929 design and appearance Pima County Board of Supervisors Ann . . . Map (db m84246) HM
55 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — S. E. Corner Adobe Wall of Spanish Presidio of Tucson
This disc marks the southeast corner of the old adobe wall that protected Tucson from the Indians in the early days - prior to 1845 Moved to this location in 1955Map (db m26461) HM
56 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Scott Avenue
Named during Arizona’s Territorial period after businessman and Tucson pioneer, William F. Scott (b.1831-d. ca.1914). In the 1870s, he operated a flour mill adjacent to his home at the corner of Main and McCormick (since demolished).Map (db m69817) HM
57 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Site of Arizona's Second Territorial Capitol Reported missing
An adobe building at this site housed Arizona's Government from 1868 – 1877, when Tucson was capitol of the territory. One of the meeting rooms of this second territorial capitol became the home of the pioneer Drachman family. Source: . . . Map (db m51454) HM
58 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Sosa-Carillo-Frémont House
The earliest documents for this property indicate that the pioneering Sosa family lived here in the 1850s. In 1878, Manuela Sosa and her husband, Michael McKenna, sold the property to Jesús Suárez de Carrillo, wife of businessman Leopoldo Carrillo, . . . Map (db m83228) HM
59 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Southwest Corner of the Presidio
Excavations beneath this lawn in 1998 located the west adobe wall of the Tucson Presidio and a portion of the presidio blacksmith shop. The tower at the southwest corner remains buried beneath the nearby city hall parking lot. Soldiers stood guard . . . Map (db m83230) HM
60 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Stone Avenue
Named during Arizona’s Territorial period for Colonel John Finkle Stone (b. ca.1836-d.1869). He was a colonel in the Union Army and owner of the first house on Stone Avenue at McCormick Street. Stone also operated a mine near Apache Pass, where he . . . Map (db m69702) HM
61 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — The First Presbyterian Church in Tucson
On this site stood the first Presbyterian Church, and the second Protestant Church in Arizona. It was organized in 1874 for Presbyterian Missions in the Territories by the Reverend Sheldon Jackson and constructed by the Reverend J. A. Anderson, with . . . Map (db m83238) HM
62 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Veterans of the Battle of the BulgeArdennes
Front of monument: World War II December 16, 1944 January 25, 1945 Triumph of Courage Rear of monument: The Battle of the Bulge was fought by the U.S. Army in the heavily forested Ardennes region of eastern . . . Map (db m83246) WM
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63 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Downtown — Vietnam War Memorial
In honor and memory of the 616 Arizonans who gave their todays for our tomorrows during the Vietnam War. Adair Dallas T Jr ∙ Adikai Alvin Jr ∙ Aguayo Oscar Jr ∙ Aguilar James D ∙ Aguirre Filberto Jr ∙ . . . Map (db m83248) WM
64 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Alameda StreetCalle de las Milpas — Cemetery Street —
Named Calle de las Milpas ("Road Which Leads to the Corn Fields") during Tucson’s Spanish period; the street linked the presidio with adjacent agricultural fields. Renamed Cemetery Street in the mid-1800s, the street was the main thoroughfare . . . Map (db m83008) HM
65 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Alameda StreetCalle de las Milpas — Cemetery Street —
Named Calle de las Milpas ("Road Which Leads to the Corn Fields") during Tucson’s Spanish period; the street linked the presidio with adjacent agricultural fields. Renamed Cemetery Street in the mid-1800s, the street was the main thoroughfare . . . Map (db m83009) HM
66 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Council StreetMiltenberg Street
Although they share the same alignment, during Arizona's Territorial period, Council Street and Miltenberg Street were divided by Stone Avenue. The alignment between Stone Avenue and Meyer Street was named Council Street, in reference to Tucson's . . . Map (db m69635) HM
67 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Court Street
In 1856, Tucson’s presidio walls made navigating the local streets difficult. In an effort to circumvent the walls and avoid having to re-enter the presidio through the main gate, a section of the south wall was opened and Court Street was . . . Map (db m69632) HM
68 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Edward Nye Fish House
E.N. Fish came to Arizona as an enterprising merchant in 1865. Three years later he built this adobe house which served as the family residence for the next half century. Fish developed many successful businesses and his wife Maria was prominent in . . . Map (db m83026) HM
69 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Franklin Avenue
Named in the 1870s after the military scout and surveyor, Charles Franklin (b. ca.1844-d.1924). In 1871, he served as a scout for General Crook, and a year later, helped Sidney W. Foreman complete the first formal survey of Tucson. “Charles . . . Map (db m69698) HM
70 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Granada Avenue
Its name derives from the Spanish word meaning “pomegranate.” The area between what is now Interstate-10 and Main Avenue once supported irrigated agricultural fields during Arizona’s Territorial period.Map (db m69703) HM
71 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Hiram S. Stevens House
Hiram Sanford Stevens came west as a soldier, settling in Tucson in 1856. Three years later, he married Petra Santa Cruz, great granddaughter of a Spanish Pioneer. In 1865 the couple built this residence, which featured an . . . Map (db m83199) HM
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72 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Hugo O'Conor
Commandant Inspector of the Interior Provinces of New Spain Hugo O'Conor Founder of the Presidio San Agustin de Tucson August 20, 1775 Hugh O'Conor was born in Ireland in 1734 during a time in Irish history when England . . . Map (db m31548) HM
73 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — La Casa Cordova
This adobe house incorporates portions of one of the oldest standing structures in Tucson. The two west rooms are believed to have been built before the Gadsden Purchase of 1854. Four front rooms were added in 1879. The house was named for . . . Map (db m83202) HM
74 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Leonardo Romero House
This house is named for its first known residents, living here in 1868. Although construction dates are not known, the Washington Street wing lies along the course of the Presidio wall, completed in 1783. Leonardo Romero, a carpenter whose shop . . . Map (db m83203) HM
75 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Main AvenueCalle Real — El Camino Real —
Originating during Mexico’s Spanish period, “Royal Road” connected Spain’s southern and northern territories. The route linked Mexico City, Guadalajara, Mazatlan, and Culiacan, Magdalena to Spain’s northern outposts. Eventually, Calle . . . Map (db m69631) HM
76 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Main Gate
The main gate of the presidio was located near what is now Alameda Street, just north of this spot. The gate was built from mesquite timbers and had a platform above, where a guard stood watch. In the late 1860's, the families of Milton Duffield, . . . Map (db m83204) HM
77 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Mansions of Main Avenue
From the 1860s to the early 1900s, many of the wealthiest families in Tucson built homes along Main Avenue (El Camino Real), from Alameda Street north to 6th Street. "La vecindad cerca del centro" or, "the neighborhood near downtown" soon earned the . . . Map (db m83205) HM
78 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Meyer StreetCallejón de las Flores
Originally named “Flower Alley” during Tucson’s Spanish period, its name was later changed to honor German-born soldier and politician, Charles H. Meyer (b.1829- d.1907). He came to Arizona with the US Army and settled in Tucson in 1858. . . . Map (db m69696) HM
79 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — N. W. Corner Adobe Wall of Spanish Presidio of Tucson
N. W. Corner Adobe Wall of Spanish Presidio of Tucson Marked 1926 by D.A.R.Map (db m26462) HM
80 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — N.E. Corner Adobe Wall of Spanish Presidio of Tucson
N.E. Corner Adobe Wall of Spanish Presidio of Tucson Marked 1926 by D.A.R.Map (db m26460) HM
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81 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Padre-Eusebio-Francisco-Kino, S.J.
Born Segno, Italy, 1645 – Educated at Jesuit Colleges Entered society of Jesus, 1665 – His petition to be sent upon a distant and dangerous mission granted, 1678 – Began missionary labors in Lower California, April 1, 1683 . . . Map (db m26394) HM
82 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Plaza Militar
Once an open space, this area was within the original Spanish presidio. The plaza was probably named in the Mexican years (1821-1854), when soldiers drilled here. Saddle horses for the troops were stabled along the north side, next to the presidio . . . Map (db m83210) HM
83 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Presidio San Agustín del Tucson
For about 80 years, the adobe walls of the Tucson Presidio protected the residents of the area from attacks by Apache groups, who opposed Spanish and Mexican peoples and their native allies beginning in the 1600s. The Spanish military designated the . . . Map (db m83211) HM
84 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Presidio Wall
This marker locates the northwest corner of the adobe wall which surrounded the Royal Spanish Presidio San Agustín del Tucson. In 1776 the new outpost was garrisoned by seventy Spanish cavalry troopers and Indian scouts, transferred from . . . Map (db m83212) HM
85 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Presidio Wall & Pithouse
This marker locates the northeast corner of the adobe wall which surrounded the Royal Spanish Presidio San Agustin del Tucson. It is thought that a bastion, used as a lookout and as a defensive position, stood here. The site was excavated in 1954 by . . . Map (db m83213) HM
86 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Saint Mary’s RoadSeven Sisters Lane
Named in 1880 in reference to Arizona’s first hospital, Saint Mary’s Hospital. Established by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet, the hospital housed 11 patients, four sister-nurses, and one doctor.Map (db m70791) HM
87 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Siqueiros-Jácome House
The Siqueiros-Jácome family built this adobe brick structure between the mid-1860's and the late 1870's. It is an example of a Sonoran row house. Built close to the street with an interior courtyard, the house has flat saguaro rib and packing crate . . . Map (db m51494) HM
88 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Stone Avenue
Named during Arizona’s Territorial period for Colonel John Finkle Stone (b. ca.1836-d.1869). He was a colonel in the Union Army and owner of the first house on Stone Avenue at McCormick Street. Stone also operated a mine near Apache Pass, where he . . . Map (db m69700) HM
89 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — The Manning House
A Landmark on the National Register of Historic Places Original Construction 1907-08 By Levi Howell ManningMap (db m31530) HM
90 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — The Stork's Nest
The Sanborn Fire Maps for the City of Tucson first recorded this building in 1883 as an adobe dwelling with an attached ramada. Between 1901 and 1930 additions were made to the main building and construction was completed on the outbuilding behind . . . Map (db m83244) HM
91 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, El Presidio — Tucson Old Walled City
Founded 1776 by the Spanish Government as a Presidio. Became part of U.S. after Gadsden Purchase 1853Map (db m26399) HM
92 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Fairgrounds — First Municipal Airport in the United StatesArizona Historic Site
[Marker Front:] This ground was the location of the First Municipal Airport in the United States The Tucson City Council approved the financing for the airport, July 21, 1919 and the City of Tucson in cooperation . . . Map (db m8432) HM
93 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Flowing Wells — The Tucson Plant Materials Center
The Tucson Plant Materials Center Has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places By the United States Department of Agriculture 1997Map (db m31525) HM
94 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Historic Fourth Avenue — Fourth Avenue UnderpassConstructed 2009
Tucson City Engineer ― Jim Clock Design Engineer ― Cannon & Associates, Inc. TranSystems Corp. Contractor ― Sundt Construction, Inc. Long known as the Gateway to the East End of Downtown, the Fourth Avenue Underpass in a . . . Map (db m31527) HM
95 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Historic Fourth Avenue — Historic Fourth Avenue UnderpassConstructed 1916 – Demolished in 2008
Tucson City Engineer ― J. Mos Ruthrauff Design Engineer ― L. R. Walker Contractor ― Bent Brothers In 1913, in an effort to separate pedestrians, vehicles, bicycles and wagons from trains, the City of Tucson embarked on a . . . Map (db m31526) HM
96 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Historic Fourth Avenue — Locomotive 1673 / Locomotora 1673
Locomotive 1673 Locomotive # 1673, a Mogul 2 – 6 – 0 type engine, was built by Schenectady Locomotive Works in 1900 and logged over 1,000,000 miles for the Southern Pacific Company, primarily in southern Arizona. In 1955 it was donated to . . . Map (db m49938) HM
97 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Historic Fourth Avenue — Southern Pacific Railroad
The S.P.R.R., building the nation's second transcontinental rail line eastward from California, reached Tucson on March 20, 1880. It was the occasion for one of the greatest celebrations in the history of the city and foretold the coming of a new . . . Map (db m83229) HM
98 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Historic Fourth Avenue — Toole Avenue
Named during Arizona’s Territorial period after Tucson’s mayor, Dr. James Toole (b.1824-d.1884). Before serving in politics, he acted as Adjutant General for the Arizona Territory. He was also a surgeon and later a banker. Upon collapse of his bank, . . . Map (db m69809) HM
99 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Historic Fourth Avenue — Wyatt Earp Shot Frank Stilwell…
Wyatt Earp joined his four brothers in the silver-boom town of Tombstone in 1879 where brother Virgil was deputy U.S. marshal. Wyatt was a sometimes-lawman himself, and hoped to become sheriff of the newly formed Cochise County in 1881. He . . . Map (db m28929) HM
100 Arizona, Pima County, Tucson, Iron Horse — 1991 — Coronado Hotel
1928 — Built by the T.C. Triplett Company for Harold M. Brooks as a 46-room hotel. 1928-1974 — Remained in operation as an active hotel. 1982 — Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 1991 — . . . Map (db m27078) HM

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