McDowell Sonoran Conservancy

Hell in a Very Small Place: A Short Military History of Fort McDowell  This talk covers the military history of Camp (later Fort) McDowell from its inception in 1865 to its closing in 1890. Why was the post built on the Verde River at a location more than 50 miles from the nearest settlement? What […]

Lecture – The Urbanization of Phoenix, Arizona Phoenix, Arizona has grown from a small rural town to become America’s 5th largest city. Its roots from the late 1800s in agriculture, ranching, and mining launched its growth into a thriving metropolis today. Favorable climate, economic opportunity, and a strong industrial base contributed to this ongoing expansion. […]