History & Heritage
Stories for days
The Copper Corridor is heavily rooted in its history and heritage. With an emphasis on mining, and a fierce connection to independence, each community along the corridor represents the traditions they hold dear. Experience historic Native American stories, the Old West, and copper to the core as you travel through this region.
Image Source: San Manuel Historical Society
San Manuel Historical Society Museum
This San Manuel museum is full of historic pieces that gives visitors a full view of this monumental history that shaped the region. Artifacts include a 6,000 year old arrowhead and a mineral collection that visitors rave about.
Image Source: Acadia Ranch Museum, Buffalo Bill, 2/19/1910
Acadia Ranch Museum
If you want to learn about history throughout the Copper Corridor, call and make an appointment here. The Arcadia Ranch Museum started with a passion for preserving a local and historic building and using it as a foundation to continue preserving local history. The museum is full of collections you can’t find just anywhere; like prehistoric artifacts and memorabilia from noteworthy historical figures.
Image Source: Gila County Historical Museum
Gila County Historical Museum
The Gila County Historical Museum is located in the historic Mine Rescue Station, which was constructed in 1919 and opened in 1920. Today the Mine Rescue Station houses a collection of historic artifacts, photographs and documents. The museum also features an exrensive research library. There is no charge to visit. The museum receives funding from the City of Globe bed tax, which is used to further the museum operations.