BISBEE SHOPPING GUIDE

BISBEE SHOPPING GUIDE - While I'll be covering things to see & do in Bisbee AZ on a regular basis, I thought I'd mention a new feature on my website that relates to Bisbee. The new Bisbee Shopping Guide on my website elkinsphotos.com is worth taking a look at if you're contemplating a trip to the area. It outlines the two main shopping districts in Bisbee's Historical District and an overview of what they have to offer. LARRY ELKINS - ELKINS PHOTOS FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY

FORT HUACHUCA MUSEUM

One of the more unique museums of Cochise County is the Fort Huachuca Historical Museum located at Brown's Parade Field within the fort grounds. This museum tells the story of the fort's early days. Exhibits cover the fort's role in the Apache wars and its later involvement in protecting the border region from marauding renegade Apaches and bandits both Mexican and homegrown. It also includes exhibits highlighting the 10th Cavalry regiment, the famed Buffalo Soldiers who served at Fort Huachuca under General Black Jack Pershing. Contact Fort Huachuca or the Sierra Vista Chamber of Commerce for information on days and hours of operation. Larry Elkins - Elkins Photos Fine Art Photography

GADSDEN HOTEL

QUICK POINT OF INTEREST - Don't miss the Gadsden Hotel in Douglas, AZ. The hotel's spacious lobby is constructed in genuine marble and gold leaf. A Tiffany stained glass mural is located partway up an impressive white Italian marble staircase. An incredible stained glass skylight dominates the lobby's expansive ceiling. I'll post a feature article about the Gadsden at a later date. HOWEVER, IN THE MEANTIME, DON'T MISS THIS ICONIC LANDMARK.

TOMBSTONE ARIZONA - THE TOWN TOO TOUGH TO DIE

Tombstone Arizona - The town too tough to die. If there is one town that reigns as the premiere icon of the American West, that town would be Tombstone. Today, and for decades past, the lure of this uniquely 'Old West' town has proven irresistible to tourists from around the globe. In spite of the fact that the Allen Street area of town has become more akin to a theme park than an actual town, Tombstone remains a must stop destination. There are so many sights to see and things to do in Tombstone. However, two places not to miss are the old county courthouse (now a state park and museum) and the famed BIRDCAGE THEATER. I will include much more information about these and other points of interest in my next post - TOMBSTONE - WHAT TO SEE & DO.