The park is the best-preserved example of an Indian Wars period fort in Arizona. Several of the original buildings still stand and living history programs are scheduled periodically, giving visitors a glimpse into Arizona’s history.
December programs include:
Dec. 8 - Jan. 3: Victorian Decorations Displayed. Visit the park decorated for the holidays!
Dec. 14 & 15: Candlelight Tours of the Fort 5 pm - 8:30 pm. Come join park personnel a they host candlelight tours through the historic homes along Officer’s Row. Living history presentations bring the period to life and light refreshments will follow.
Today visitors can experience three historic house museums, all furnished in the 1880s period, that are listed on the National and State Register of Historic Places. The former Administration building houses the Visitor Center with interpretive exhibits, period artifacts from military life, and history on the Indian Scouts and Indian Wars era. The park offers picnic tables, restrooms, RV and tour bus parking, and is ADA Accessible.
History
The New Territory
In 1863 the New Mexico territory was divided, creating the Arizona Territory. The new territorial Capitol was established at Prescott in 1864. As Anglo settlers entered the rich bottom lands near the Verde River at West Clear Creek, they came into conflict with the Tonto-Apache and Yavapai Indians who were already established in the area.
Farms were raided by the Indians for crops and livestock. The settlers fought back bringing about an escalation of hostilities. In May 1865, the settlers demanded military protection. You can read more of the history of Camp Verde here and watch the park introductory video below.
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