The history of Arizona encompasses the Paleo-Indian, Archaic, Post-Archaic, Spanish, Mexican, and American periods. About 10,000 to 12,000 years ago, Paleo-Indians settled in what is now …

4 days ago · Although the region’s physical environment may appear inhospitable to habitation and subsistence, Arizona contains some of North America’s oldest records of human …

Nov 24, 2025 · An abridged history of Arizona organized by time periods.

From ancient Indigenous civilizations to modern border politics, the Grand Canyon State’s past is a microcosm of global struggles—climate change, migration, and cultural identity. Let’s dig into …

Dec 15, 2025 · Arizona achieved statehood on February 14, 1912, becoming the 48th state in the United States. The early 20th century was a time of growth and development. The discovery of …

In the pre-dawn darkness of July 26, 1953, a convoy of over 100 police vehicles descended upon the remote desert community of Short Creek, Arizona. Armed officers, social workers, and.....

Nov 9, 2009 · Arizona, the Grand Canyon state, was originally part of Spanish and Mexican territories. The land was ceded to the United States in 1848 and became a separate territory in …

Timeline of important dates and major events in the history of Arizona. Illustrated list of events and people from our today in history archives.

In 1863, Arizona was split off from the Territory of New Mexico to form the Arizona Territory. The remoteness of the region ended with the arrival of railroads in 1880. [2] Arizona became a …

Battle of Apache Pass between the California Column and the Apaches is the largest in Arizona history. U. S. Army establishes Fort Bowie in Apache Pass. 1863 Territory of Arizona is …