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Town in Yavapai County, Arizona, US
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Jerome is an old copper mining town in Northern Arizona, once a ghost town in the 1950s, now a tourist attraction and artist colony, with a reputation for many buildings being haunted.
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Visitors can stand on glass above a 1,900-ft mining shaft, with the largest wooden headframe still standing in Arizona.
Visitors can step back in time and explore the grounds of the Gold King Mine. Call ahead if you want to pan for gold (due to weather conditions).
See the jail that attempted its own getaway, sliding over 200 ft down the hillside.
Home to the interesting Douglas Mansion, built in 1916 and now a museum devoted to the history of the area and of the Douglas family.
Has displays illustrating the history of mining in Jerome. A gift shop is also onsite.
Has a sophisticated menu and fine view.
Casual menu and great espresso.
Cream puffs, breakfast and lunch.
Shares ownership with Haunted Hamburger. Good food.
Shares ownership with Grapes Restaurant & Bar.
Great burgers and salads with a full bar.
Mexican cuisine.
Local color galore. Live music most weekends.
Live music, really jumping on the weekends. Great people watching corner.
A historic hotel, built in 1926 as a hospital. The building is situated above the rest of Jerome with great views, and is allegedly haunted.
Operating since 1898.
There are 15 working studios in the Old Jerome High School. Plein Air artist Mark Hemleben is well-known for his Jerome masterpieces and has his galley/studio in this complex.
Has a lovely sculpture garden and features local artists.
The largest brick & mortar kaleidoscope store in the world, featuring hundreds of artists.
Has a stunning collection of art and great American crafts.
A large space(for Jerome) with many members, representing almost any medium you can imagine.
For hand-made leather goods, filled with amazing bags, belts, hats, and lots of surprises as well.
Christy Fisher Studio
Clothing designer extra-ordinaire Christy Fisher has a retail space filled with her creative designs – featuring peace, love and really cool clothes.
Fun fashion jewelry.
Jerome is located along Arizona State Route 89A (AZ 89A ), which is a great road to experience on its own. Jerome is 27 mi south of Sedona and 35 mi north of Prescott.
Read in the guideA small town, Jerome is best seen on foot. Parking can be an issue, especially on weekends. The city runs a free shuttle during Art Walk weekends.
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