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Top 10 Museums in Prescott, Arizona (AZ)
Nestled in the conifer forests of the Bradshaw Mountains, Prescott is a historic city boasting much in the way of adventure and culture. Golfers flock to its six pristine courses, while outdoors enthusiasts find exciting hiking trails, secluded picnicking spots and adventure on the waters of its five lakes. Discover the history of the Old West in the city's museums, historic railways and the Pioneer Home Cemetery, where "Big Nose Kate" Elder, wife of Doc Holiday, found her final resting place.
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1. Kalusa Miniature Airplane Collection
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
2. Sean Gote Gallery
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
Sean and Dolores Gote have created an art, jewelry, and home decor gallery that defies description. The building is filled with with Sean's paintings, Dolores's Jewelry, and decorating items from velvet couches to stain glass lamps, oriental carpets, and many cool things they have collected over the past 20 years.
3. Yavapai College Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
The Yavapai College Art Galleries are instructional galleries under the umbrella of the Arts and Humanities Division. All openings sponsored by the YC Art Department. Exhibition usually change on a month-to-month basis.
4. Patina
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
A very good quality antique store, unique and lovely. We specialize in curated items from now to BC. Antiques, Art, Mid Century Modern, Furniture, Collectibles, Jewelry, knives, Western, Cowboy, Native American, Paintings, Sculpture. Ephemera, History, Historical, Antique, Mid Century, Gifts, Garden, and Live Plants.
5. Sharlot Hall Museum
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4.5 based on 621 reviews
An educational and cultural center featuring the historical, social and natural aspects of Arizona, with emphasis on the Central Highlands... a heritage and historical site with 11 exhibit buildings (five historical), a research center for collections and conservation of artifacts, and a year 'round calendar of rotating and permanent exhibits, and related educational and cultural programs. Open 362 days a year, and presenting the area's culture from the Pleistocene Epoch (14,000 years ago) to the present.
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
The Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott, Arizona, includes the first Territorial Governor's residence and offices, a 1930s ranch house, a Victorian house, a log cabin, a replica of the first public schoolhouse in the Arizona Territory, a transportation building and vehicle collection, an exhibit building, an 1870s kitchen garden, a pioneer herb garden, a rose garden and a gazebo. Located at 415 West Gurley Street in Prescott, Arizona, two blocks west of the Courthouse Plaza and Whiskey Row, its centerpiece is the log house that was constructed in the summer of 1864 to serve as the home and office of the first Governor of the Arizona Territory, John Goodwin. It is the oldest building associated with Arizona Territory still standing at its original location. The town of Prescott did not exist at the time but President Abraham Lincoln wanted the capital of the newly established Arizona Territory to be located far from Confederate sympathizers in Tucson. The discovery of gold in the Bradshaw Mountains made it strategic to establish the territorial capital near that wealth. So the town of Prescott was born, named for historian William Hickling Prescott. And the Territorial Governor's new house was built. To preserve the history of the building, a woman named Sharlot Hall began restoring the house and offices in 1927 and the Sharlot Hall Museum was opened in 1928 with the log house situated at the center of the campus.
6. Smoki Museum
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4.5 based on 120 reviews
Museum that features exhibits and works from American Indian art and culture.
Reviewed By 4oystercatcher
The volunteer who showed us around was so informative and kind without boring us. We were the only visitors and we learned so much about the first people. The stone building is amazing and the items on display are well-curated and simply displayed, in a classy way. Again I did not have high expectations of this little place but I was floored at what I was able to learn here. If you have ever wondered about the first people of this part of the world this museum is a must-see. There is also a small gift shop with native jewelry of merit and some other items that were well chosen. Do not miss this place if you want the real deal and/or to see the weavings, the looms, and the basketmaking. There is alot to see and one must pay close attention to absorb it all or to gain a sense of what life was like for the people of these lands. You will leave a changed person if you pay proper attention to all that is offered. I visited the back area designed for children and it seemed to be well thought out also.
7. Phippen Museum
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4.5 based on 149 reviews
Fine arts museum that features exhibits and educational programs related to the American West.
Reviewed By Jellyb413 - Los Gatos, United States
Western art is beautifully displayed here, both inside and out. Bronze sculptures, paintings and mixed media art abound.
8. Prescott Center for the Arts
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4.5 based on 38 reviews
9. Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery
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4.5 based on 42 reviews
The Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery was founded in 1994 by a group of Prescott artists. The gallery is owned and operated by the artist members creating a friendly, relaxed and professional environment. There is a wide variety of paintings, jewelry, ceramics, glass, metal art and more. From large to small, there is something for everyone! Visit us for an authentic Prescott experience.
Reviewed By Gobitrip
Artists with many different media were represented in the gallery. After extensive perusing I selected 4 pieces of art which were to my liking and the prices were also not outrageous. However I saw one piece which I would have liked to purchase but it had no price and the personnel also did not know how much it was so they told me the artist would call me back at my office on the east coast but to this day it did not happen.
10. Van Gogh's Ear Gallery
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4.5 based on 52 reviews
Exceptional contemporary fine art and craft, Van Gogh's Ear is "home" to over 65+ local and nationally known artists. Offering some of the most unusual and intriguing artwork in the country in the historic Sam Hill Hardware Store located on Whiskey Row. This 3,400 sq.ft. building features a variety of art mediums such as ceramic, glass, bronze, wall art, wearable art, jewelry, metal, photography and more. A "must see" for all art lovers visiting the southwest! Open daily from 10am-6pm
Reviewed By The_Loup_Garou - Phoenix, United States
Excellent Art Gallery on Whiskey Row In October, while exploring Whiskey Row in downtown Prescott, I came upon Van Gogh’s Ear, understood the name’s reference, and entered. While there was quite a bit of Western art (I admire it, but do not collect it), there was more - much more than I had expected, in historic downtown Prescott. I spent about 45 minuets, admiring everything displayed, and admit that my attention was caught by the glass are - something that I do collect. I hesitated over a few pieces, but as I was solo (wife in business meetings), I did not acquire anything. However, we will be back in Prescott in a few weeks, and we plan to extend our stay beyond just my wife’s meetings, so I think I will be taking 2-3 new pieces home to Phoenix. A great gallery, and with so very much more than Western art. I will return, and with my wife next time.
