From the beginning of time Prescott, Arizona has captured the hearts of anyone who visits here. Whatever the reasons are for coming to Prescott, once people come they do not want to leave.

Prescott is a great place to live. Years ago Prescott was recognized in the National Geographic Magazine as one the best climates in the world to live. We have all the seasons but in moderation. We have gorgeous scenery that changes in every direction you go, from ponderosa pine forests to huge mountains of boulders in Granite Dells, to vast open range land with oak trees and juniper trees, and to grass covered prairies.

Prescott comes under many names. We are called “Mayberry USA.” This comes from the friendly people and the relaxed life style. The historic Yavapai County Court House is the center piece of downtown. Numerous activities are hosted all year long on the Court House Square. Almost every week day during the summer you will find people carrying their lawn chairs to the Court House to enjoy music, dancing and outdoor movies, among others. We are also known as Arizona’s “Christmas City.” The Court House and the huge trees around it, glow with millions of lights. The surrounding merchants participate by lighting and decorating their businesses. There is Christmas entertainment from Thanksgiving weekend through mid-January.

Western heritage is very much alive and well and carries a very important role in this area. Prescott originated as a mining town and has a very colorful historical background. The names of our streets are indicative of this, such as Whiskey Row, which is still the location of several of the original bars dating back to the 1800’s and Gurley Street, the main street through Prescott. The biggest event of the year is our celebration of the 4th of July, which includes the Prescott Frontier Days “World’s Oldest Rodeo.”

There is culture and arts, lots of festivities, great schools for the children from preschool through college. We are proud to say we have the highly recognized Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott Campus. This is the world’s oldest largest and most prestigious university, specializing in aviation and aerospace and is the only accredited aviation orientated university in the world. In addition, Prescott has other colleges, such as Prescott College, Yavapai College, North Central University, as well as an extension of Northern Arizona University. We have great medical facilities, such as a V.A. Hospital, many churches to choose from, along with other facilities. You can enjoy the outdoors year around. There are five lakes, numerous hiking trails, mountain climbing, hunting, fishing, golfing, professional hockey and indoor football teams, casino’s, two hours from Prescott is the Snow Bowl for skiing; there is something for everyone. I want to warn you; once you visit us you will not forget us and will want to come back.