Fun Summer Activities at the Pinal County Historical Museum
Make the Pinal County Historical Museum (PCHM) a destination for the family this summer! For the months of June and July, PCHM will offer...
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Follow along as we highlight the history, culture, artisans and upcoming special events that go on in and around historic Florence. Discover all the things that make this one of the most charming small towns in Arizona.
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- May 3
- 7 min
Meet our Sonoran Desert Animal Friends
This post is courtesy of the McFarland State Park and Visitor Center. Make sure to stop by on your visit to Florence to learn all about...
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- Apr 19
- 2 min
Mountain Lion + Natural History Exhibit Grand Opening at PCHM
The Pinal County Historical Museum (PCHM) welcomes the public to attend their Mountain Lion & Natural History Exhibit Grand Opening on...
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- Apr 10
- 5 min
Discover the 5 Oldest Cities in Arizona
Written by Andrew Wood Published: April 7, 2023 Original article here. Arizona is full of contrasts. Its history goes back to prehistoric...
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- Mar 16
- 10 min
13 Small U.S. Towns That Feel Like the Wild West
GRAB YOUR COWBOY BOOTS AND HEAD TO THE LOCAL SALOON FOR AN AUTHENTIC WESTERN EXPERIENCE. By DANA SCHULZ MARCH 14, 2023 Originally article...
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- Mar 10
- 2 min
Get Ready for Country Thunder 2023 in Florence!
Spring is in the air here in the Southwest and that means that it is time to get excited about the upcoming Country Thunder in Florence....
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- Jan 16
- 1 min
Florence featured on Arizona Highways
Just an hour east on 1-10, from downtown Phoenix, is Downtown Florence. Beautifully restored, historic buildings line this “old West”...
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- Nov 14, 2022
- 5 min
90th Annual Jr Parada Rodeo!
Mark your calendars and get ready for the 90th Annual Jr Parada Rodeo in Florence, Arizona. This event holds a lot of history, is packed...
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- Oct 3, 2022
- 3 min
The midcentury allure and chilling past of Florence’s Blue Mist Motel
By Timothy Rawles / NewsBreak Pinal County, AZ View original article here. Back when automobile travel was the main mode of...
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- Sep 16, 2022
- 4 min
Experience Dia de Los Muertos in Florence!
Save the date for the 2nd Annual Día de Los Muertos Celebration! When: Saturday, October 15th, 1pm - 5pm Where: 715 S Main Street,...
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- Sep 5, 2022
- 4 min
A downtown shopping roundup to get you into that western state of mind
Come along for a unique shopping experience that will get you into that western state of mind in historic Florence, Arizona. For a town...
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- Jul 7, 2022
- 3 min
3 Recreational Activities in Florence that will make you smile
Exercising outdoors isn't just good for your physical health. It helps with your mental health as well. Spending time in nature and the...
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- May 23, 2022
- 4 min
3 Historic Attractions in Florence, a time capsule of the Old West
Old West history and culture beckons curious minds to visit Florence Arizona’s historic downtown. Florence keeps the Old West relevant...
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- Apr 28, 2022
- 2 min
Museum officials win state awards
April 15, 2022 Read original article here. By Mark Cowling / Florence Reminder & Blade-Tribune Pinal County Historical Society President...
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- Apr 5, 2022
- 2 min
Country Thunder Arizona 2022: The complete daily lineup and schedule
By Ed Masley, Arizona Republic View original article here. Morgan Wallen, Blake Shelton, Florida Georgia Line and Riley Green will...
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- Oct 19, 2021
- 2 min
What's in a name: Florence
Read original article here by azfamily.com by Eric Zott Content Producer FLORENCE, AZ (3TV/CBS5) - One of the oldest towns in Arizona,...
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- Oct 14, 2021
- 1 min
Get ready for the 89th Florence Junior Parada!
The Florence Jr Parada has a rich history in the town of Florence dating back to 1932. Plan to come to Florence this Thanksgiving weekend...
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- Oct 12, 2021
- 5 min
Here's your Country Thunder Arizona 2021 survival guide
By Ed Masley Arizona Republic Read original article here. Country Thunder Arizona will finally return to Canyon Moon Ranch near Florence...
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- Oct 5, 2021
- 1 min
Art Behind Bars
An MONTH LONG Art exhibit like no other. Art and Beauty created by incarcerated men of ASPC Florence as a form of rehabilitation from our...
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- Oct 1, 2021
- 1 min
Country Thunder Arizona 2021: The complete daily lineup and schedule
View original article here. by Ed Maisley | Arizona Republic Old Dominion, Dustin Lynch, Luke Combs and Eric Church will headline Country...
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