Courthouse Plaza Historic District facts for kids
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Courthouse Plaza Historic District
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Masonic Temple and former Prescott National Bank, in 2008
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| Location | Roughly bounded by Gurley, Montezuma, Cortez and Goodwin Sts., Prescott, Arizona |
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| Area | 17 acres (6.9 ha) |
| Architectural style | Late Victorian |
| MPS | Prescott Territorial Buildings MRA |
| NRHP reference No. | 78003583 |
| Added to NRHP | December 14, 1978 |
The Courthouse Plaza Historic District is a special area in Prescott, Arizona that's full of old, important buildings. It was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 1978. This means it's officially recognized for its history and unique architecture.
This historic district covers about 17 acres. It includes 26 buildings that help tell its story. Two of the most important are the Yavapai County Courthouse and the Masonic Temple.
Exploring Prescott's Historic Heart
The Courthouse Plaza Historic District is like a time capsule. It shows what Prescott looked like in the past. Many buildings here are examples of Victorian architecture. This style was popular during the late 1800s and early 1900s.
Important Buildings to See
When you visit the district, you'll find many interesting buildings. Each one has its own story. Here are some of the most significant ones:
- Bank of Arizona Building
- Knights of Pythias Building
- Prescott National Bank Building
- Levy Building
- Palace Hotel
- St. Michael Hotel
- Masonic Temple (1907)
- Goldwater Mercantile
- Electric Building
The Masonic Temple
The Masonic Temple, built in 1907, is a very impressive building. It has three stories and features huge columns. It also has special decorative elements called pilasters and pediments. These details make it stand out.
