
The west comes to life at Harker’s Western Museum.
Harker’s offers the perfect setting for an old west border and mining town feel.
Harker's is not open to the public.
Harker’s offers the perfect setting for an old west border and mining town feel.
Harker's is not open to the public.
Keeping the West alive in Arizona is important because it preserves a significant part of American history, particularly the cowboy and mining culture, which is deeply ingrained in the state's identity, attracts tourism dollars through historic sites and reenactments, and contributes to the state's unique cultural appeal, all while fostering a sense of place and community tied to the Old West narrative.
Historical Significance:
Arizona played a major role in the Wild West era, with iconic figures like Wyatt Earp and towns like Tombstone, making its history a vital part of American heritage.
Economic Impact:
Tourism based on the Old West theme is a significant contributor to Arizona's economy, drawing visitors interested in experiencing the authentic Western lifestyle through preserved towns, museums, and events.
Cultural Identity:
The Western heritage is deeply woven into Arizona's culture, providing a sense of local pride and connection to the past.
Explore the Harker's Museum Set buildings. Late 1880’s Bordertown of the Old West. Many of the buildings offer interiors set up with decor of how things were back in the day.
Volunteers are currently working to maintain and update Harker’s.. Many of the buildings are getting new roofs, paint, repairs as well as staged as if you walked back in time.
Volunteers are looking for donations to help with repairs. If you have items to donate to help please contact us. We are in need paint, screws, wood trim, wood doors, wood frame window, metal galvanized corrugated roof sheets, plywood sheets, roofing materials, 2x4’s, 2x6’s, 6x6’s, sheds, bricks and etc.
whiskey barrels, wood chairs, rocking chairs, trunks, benches, wood boxes, crates, oriental/southwest rugs, curtain, tin boxes, cigar boxes, fake fruit & vegetables, old cowboy hats, Indian/mexican blankets, Mexican pottery, fake flowers, Victorian sofa, wood tables, wood shelve, wood bookcases, etc.
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