Location: Tombstone
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What to do and see in Tombstone, Arizona (AZ): The Best Specialty Museums
The very mention of Tombstone brings to mind images of the lawless Old West, gunfights at the O.K. Corral, epic feuds between the Earps and the Mclaurys and Clantons, Gold Rush fever and the promise of silver and gold. The heritage of the American West is still alive here today, where historic saloons, post offices and the famous Boot Hill cemetery stand restored and painstakingly preserved alongside more modern, tourist-focused recreations of period architecture.
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1. Audie Murphy Museum
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
The Audie Murphy & Medal of Honor Museum is dedicated to the memory and honor of America's most decorated WWII combat soldier and western actor, Audie L Murphy
2. White Raven Trading Co.
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5.0 based on 26 reviews
White Raven Trading Company is located on Allen Street in the historic town of Tombstone, Arizona. We are just steps away from the OK Corral and happen to be located in what was once the home of "China Mary". Our gift shoppe carries a large assortment of oddities and curiosities, as well as rocks, crystals, fossils and more. The Museum of the Strange is located inside.
Reviewed By KiwiKiwiKeri - Los Angeles, United States
We visited Tombstone for the usual cowboy/ghost town/mining history, but our favorite place in the whole town was the White Raven oddities shop. Don't get me wrong, everything else in Tombstone was cool, but we were blown away by White Raven. They have all sorts of interesting items for sale in all sorts of price ranges. Geodes, crystals, fossils, jewelry, artifacts, something for everyone. Besides the great items, it's worth it just to stop in to check out their free "Museum of the Strange". It is a truly fantastic collection of real creepy artifacts, old-school circus sideshow gaffs, scary stuff, funny stuff, bizarre stuff. Even if you are just passing through or driving anywhere near Tombstone, it's well worth your time to stop in and check out White Raven. PS-They also have an adorable little cabin/airbnb behind the shop if you are looking to stay in Tombstone. It's clean and comfy and a great price. The owners, Graham and Carolyn, are super friendly and helpful and pointed out some great attractions to check out in-town.
3. Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park
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4.5 based on 981 reviews
Welcome to the Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park. Built in 1882 in the shape of a Greek cross, this two-story Victorian structure once housed the offices of the Sheriff, Recorder, Treasurer, Board of Supervisors, Jail, and Courtrooms of Cochise County. Today this 12,000 sq.Ft. Courthouse is a museum filled with the glitter and guns of those who tamed the territory. The park includes a museum, exhibits, a gift shop, restrooms and shaded picnic areas. We accept Visa, MasterCard and Cash. Museum is open daily from 9:00am- 5:00pm. Stop in for an interesting tour and/or the perfect gift!
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
The Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park in Tombstone, Arizona, preserves the original Cochise County courthouse that was built in 1882 and contains a museum featuring exhibits and thousands of artifacts relating to Tombstone's colorful and historic past. Located at 223 East Toughnut Street, the two-story red brick courthouse is an elegant example of the Territorial Victorian style of architecture and is laid out in the shape of a cross with double-hung eight-pane windows, slim chimneys, an iron spiral staircase, four square pillars on the front entrance porch and a one-story cupola or observation tower. The oldest courthouse still standing in Arizona, it once contained various county offices, including those of the sheriff, recorder, treasurer and the Board of Supervisors, as well as courtrooms and a jail. Outside, a replica gallows has been constructed in the courtyard to mark the spot where seen men were hanged for various crimes. The building served as the Cochise County courthouse until 1929 when the county seat was moved to Bisbee. The courthouse was designated as a state park in 1959 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
4. Rose Tree Museum
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4.5 based on 244 reviews
Famous for having the world's largest rose bush, this former residence has been turned into a museum.
Reviewed By curio51 - Payson, United States
The Rose Museum is a must-very nicely laid out museum of artifacts from the day. Lots of history as well. It's a lot bigger than it looks! The worlds largest and oldest rose tree is amazing and you can purchase a potted plant cut directly from it. I did so and can't wait to plant it next spring-we visited in early December.
5. Gunfighter Hall of Fame
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4.5 based on 131 reviews
Reviewed By mail4mjm
This small museum has an incredible number of treasured collectible items of the old west and the characters that made the history. In addition to remarkable movie set items from the Blockbuster “Tombstone” with Kurt Russell and Val Kilmer there are individual displays featuring the most famous and infamous gunfighters of the old west. Authentic personal items of Billy the Kid, Johnny Ringo, Pat Garrett, John Wayne, J Wes Hardin, and of course many items from Wyatt and the Earp Family among many others. It would be a shame for anyone interested in the Wild West to miss this rather small , but extensive museum collection. The owner is a life long collector and extremely knowledgeable. The only downside to this excellent museum is the often erratic schedule of operation. It can be very unpredictable, but I sincerely urge anyone to make the visit.
