Grab a drink at one of the many bars located along the block, or do a little impromptu barhopping and experience as much of the area as possible. Customize your prescott arizona poster with hundreds of different frame options, and get the exact look that you want for your wall. Oldest bar in arizona still serving whiskey, beer, legendary stories the whiskey row fire of 1900 destroyed prescott s palace saloon, but not its bar or spirit. The whiskey row marathon is our largest fund raiser for program scholarships which help families in our community. Oldest bar in arizona still serving whiskey, beer, legendary stories the whiskey row fire of 1900 destroyed prescotts palace saloon, but not its bar or spirit. A name like whiskey row is sure to intrigue any bar hopper and, for more than 100 years this infamous strip of downtown prescott has attracted hordes of thirsty locals and travelers.
This destination may have covid19 travel restrictions in place, including specific restrictions for lodging. Oct 29, 2012 prescott, arizonawhiskey row the david rush travel show. Celebrating a birthday, bachelor or bachelorette party, promotion, or just want to enjoy vip table service. The modern whiskey row in prescott was born in fire. Shortly after prescotts founding in 1864, an area near the center of town began to.
I have confirmed the history from several other sources. This is the story about wyatt, virgil, morgan, and james earp, doc holliday, big nose kate, katie elder and josephine marcus, and johnny behan and others who have made whiskey row in. Relive the past and find out so much about this important side of arizona history. The original whiskey row occupied the 100 block of montezuma street, and portions of the adjacent cortez and granite streets. The center of whiskey row including crosswalk, circa 1970. This is the story about wyatt, virgil, morgan, and james earp, doc holliday, big nose kate, katie elder and josephine marcus, and johnny behan and others who have made whiskey row in prescott, az territory history. In fact, doc hollidays girlfriend, big nose kate 18501940, is buried in prescotts pioneers home cemetery under the name mary k. Whiskey row, prescott, az s montezuma st, prescott, arizona 86303 rated 4. Whiskey row in prescott whiskey row 142 s montezuma st. Dating back to 1864, the remote mountain town thrived on its mining and cattle industries during the day and raised hell at night when dusty outlaws and pioneers like virgil earp and doc holliday crowded row saloons to quench their thirsts. Event includes vendor booths with goodies and treats for the whole family.
Cobweb hall, known today as arizonas most famous saloon story. Whiskey row is probably one of the oldest and most famous streets of prescott, arizona, with plenty of stories to tell from the days of the old west. The row rebuilt quickly and still serves as a focal point of prescott. Whiskey row prescott 2020 all you need to know before you. Flames roared through its saloons in 1900, leading to the more enduring establishments. The whiskey row fire of 1900 destroyed prescotts palace saloon, but not its bar or spirit.
Take your time and visit whiskey row in prescott, arizona. Dierks bentleys whiskey row gilbert gilbert, az on. Whiskey row developed after a fire in july of 1900 destroyed the entire block. Whiskey row prescott, az historic street of downtown. The palace is the oldest frontier saloon in arizona and the most wellknown and historic restaurant. Located upstairs in the palace historical building on whiskey row, with the only balcony overlooking the courthouse square. Historic whiskey row photos the daily courier prescott, az. Grab a coffee at one of the coffee shops or a full meal. In the four years of research before the book came out, i hit that story hard.
Oldest bar in arizona still serving whiskey, beer, legendary stories. Proceeds from this race go directly into the scholarship fund at the james family prescott ymca to assist children and families in financial need to participate in child care, swimming lessons, youth sports and gymnastics classes. See more ideas about prescott arizona, arizona and arizona travel. On may 11, 1938, ernesto lira first image beat the wealthy marcus j. Grand canyon south rim 128 miles sedona arizona 67 miles jerome arizona 37 miles montezuma castle 46 miles.
Whiskey row in a town with a history as wild as this western town, be sure to discover the history of prescott at one of the several museums, including sharlot hall and the smoki museum. Night lights on whiskey row in prescott az jonweeklyphoto duration. We eent downtown to whiskey row and did some bar hopping. Whiskey row bore witness to legendary gunfights, murders and other curious tales, like that of baby bell, aka chance cobweb hall, known today as arizonas most famous saloon story. Whiskey row historic main street visit prescott museums prescott golf courses. Whiskey row, otherwise known as south montezuma street, dates back to around 1864, just after the city of prescott was founded. Dierks bentleys whiskey row is an american gastropub unlike any other. The crowds of cowboys and miners have long since been replaced by tourists, and no one pays with gold dust anymore. If you want a piece of the home court advantage you need to train on the. Wyatt earp, his brother virgil who served as prescott constable, and doc holliday were all frequent visitors of the palace restaurant and saloon, located on whiskey row. Travel, landmark, restaurant, retail shopping payment types. Dec 31, 2017 whiskey row becomes a street party as we ring in the new year.
Nov 09, 2015 whiskey row bore witness to legendary gunfights, murders and other curious tales, like that of baby bell, aka chance cobweb hall, known today as arizonas most famous saloon story. Whiskey row is located in a historic area of prescott known for its array of dining options and hiking. When reconstructed, there was an inordinate amount of bars rebuilt in the area. Watch as a 6foot illuminated cowboy boot is slowly lowered down the palace buildings flagpole. Stroll along whiskey row and visit montezuma castle on your way into town. Whiskey row bore witness to legendary gunfights, murders and other. Whiskey row is a block in prescott, arizona, which today exists on montezuma street between goodwin and gurley streets, although it did spill over onto adjacent streets from time to time. You can choose from 87 hotels and accommodations within a mile of whiskey row, including these options. You can almost smell the whiskey coming through the pages of this great book. In fact, doc hollidays girlfriend, big nose kate 18501940, is buried in prescott s pioneers home cemetery under the name mary k.
Find 6 listings related to whiskey row in prescott on. Whiskey row could nearly fill an entire afternoon just in itself. Oct 16, 2017 our trip to prescott arizona and whiskey row. On july 14, 1900 a disasterous fire swept through the row and destroyed four and a half blocks of the business district.
They were all on whiskey row not too long before they traveled to tombstone, az. Whiskey row prescott updated 2020 prescott, az tripadvisor. Courtney now your only home for free prescott history articles on sundays. Whiskey row, street that once served as home to the bourbon industry in louisville, kentucky whiskey row, a block in prescott, arizona once home to more than 40 saloons during the early 20th century disambiguation page providing links to topics that could be referred to by the same search term. We are in the center of beautiful downtown prescott, arizona. The restoration and history of the area are phenomenal. Whiskey row becomes a street party as we ring in the new year.
Jul 19, 2010 a name like whiskey row is sure to intrigue any bar hopper and, for more than 100 years this infamous strip of downtown prescott has attracted hordes of thirsty locals and travelers. Prescott was founded in 1864 and designated as arizonas first frontier capital in the same year. Restaurants near whiskey row, prescott on tripadvisor. Its a family friendly event and free to the public. Prescott, a town of 40,000 residents and known for its art shows and victorianstyle homes, draws families, retirees and tourists seeking a slower, storybooklike. Me being the the daughter of a history teacher, i loved hearing about the history of whiskey row and the history of prescott. Arizonas most legendary block the modern whiskey row in prescott was born in fire. A complete history of the sazerac cocktail written by chuck taggart is worth the read. Come on up and enjoy some good old prescott hospitality at the jersey lilly saloon.
In 1897 whiskey row became the first section of prescott to have exterior public lighting installed. Come out to our training runs for the whiskey row race series one of our favorites. Ive been to whiskey row once and it was quite a site to see. The whiskey row fire of 1900 disaster and millions of other books are available for.
From crooked gambling operations and barroom brawls to the devastating fire of 1900, author and historian bradley g. Whiskey row is full of some of prescott s oldest history. In the late 1870s, wyatt earp, virgil earp and doc holliday were patrons of the palace. Brad courtney, whiskey row historian prescott enews. I found it bursty, and the display date in in 1970 did we have computers then. Prescott is home to 203 hotels and other accommodations, so you can find something thats perfect for your stay. This week matt sits down with brad courtney of whiskey row books to.
The 10 best restaurants near whiskey row in prescott, az. Wifi and parking are free, and this hotel also features a restaurant. Wyatt, virgil, morgan earp, doc hilliday, johnny behan, big nose kate, and josie marcus launched their journey into history from prescott and on whiskey row. On july 14th, 1900, the palace was destroyed by the whiskey. Buy prescott arizona posters designed by millions of artists and iconic brands from all over the world. There is a reason this is called whiskey row, after all. Prescott, arizonawhiskey row the david rush travel show.
New years eve boot drop 2018 in prescott family fun az. Prescott started with the help of gold in the nearby hills and like many other towns at the time, saloons and more. Dierks bentleys whiskey row gilbert, az is the perfect location. Dec 28, 2008 on july 14, 1900 a disasterous fire swept through the row and destroyed four and a half blocks of the business district. This destination may have covid19 travel restrictions in place, including specific restrictions for. However, whiskey row proprietors know that if not for the row s integral link to the old and wild west, it is just another row of shops, and one might as well visit a strip mall in phoenix.
The whiskey row historian has been working on a story for the upcoming book, murder and mayhem in prescott, which is he coauthoring with drew desmond. Shortly after prescott s founding in 1864, an area near the center of town began to. We could not have asked for a more perfect weekend except maybe it was a little hot. All prescott arizona posters are produced ondemand using archival inks, ship within 48 hours, and include a 30day moneyback guarantee. Whiskey row is full of some of prescotts oldest history. Directly across from the courthouse is whiskey row which was once the home to over 26 saloons, including the palace saloon, where doc holliday and the earp brothers were once patrons. Discount best rate hotels and motels in prescott, arizona. This street is named whiskey row because of the large number of saloons in one place. Step back in time with authentic 1800s reenactments from the southwest.
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