Winslow Chamber of Commerce Housed in Old Arizona Trading Post

Native American artifacts at the Winslow Chamber of Commerce. Photo Credit: Sam Lowe

WINSLOW — Most Chamber of Commerce office buildings are just that — office buildings. But the structure that houses the Winslow Chamber of Commerce is an important slice of history.

Step Back in Time at Tuzigoot National Monument

Tuzigoot National Monument

CLARKDALE – Around 1,000 AD many of these stones were first put into place by the Sinagua, an ancient Native American tribe of agriculturists that once frequented today’s Verde Valley. Now called Tuzigoot (Too-zee-goot), this remarkable 110-room village is nearly intact.

Massive Road Sign Marks Route 66 in Winslow

Route 66 Road Sign

WINSLOW — Drivers who get off Interstate 40 to go in search of the road that was once the fabled Route 66 don’t have any trouble finding it in Winslow because the trail is designated by the biggest Route 66 sign in existence.

Roam Among Wild Burros in Oatman

Burro in Oatman

OATMAN – Tourists flock to this former mining town along historic Route 66 in droves. Situated in the Black Mountains of Mohave County, many come for a taste of the Wild West while others come to feed friendly families of wild burros who’ve staked claim to the land for generations.

Featured Artist: Dog of the Moon

Dog of the Moon

Once a month, Arizona Oddities features a Q&A with a talented Arizona artist who is influenced by our state’s people, places and history. This month, musician Dog of the Moon shares his inspiration, thoughts on loneliness and love for the Arizona music scene.