Tom Alyea

A Wandering Walk Guide Book Tom Alyea

Explore Kingman, AZ Like Never Before!The history of Kingman, Az began in the 1850's when a wagon route was created through this part of the American Southwest. In the 1880's, the railroad construction boom grew in this area and Kingman was founded in 1882 as a result of this expansion. Eventually the old wagon road was paved over to create a portion of Route 66 in Arizona. Kingman became a major stopping point on this historic highway as it traversed from Chicago to Santa Monica. The walk begins in the historic old Powerhouse with its fantastic displays of Route 66 memorabilia . You will then move on to the downtown area and see many sites along historic Route 66 and the quaint hotels and stores that popped up along the way. Not to be missed is all of the train history in town, including the old Santa Fe Depot and historic hotels that supported the railroad traffic back in the glory days of railroading. On this walking tour, you'll see beautiful churches, historic homes, and maybe even a surprise or two. History comes alive as you read about what makes each building fascinating and the people who made it so. 24 stops are highlighted on this 3.5 mile walk where you will learn more about the city and a few of its more famous residents. Beautiful photos in the guidebook will enhance your experience. This walking guidebook allows you to explore the history and culture of Kingman at your own pace as you explore off the beaten path.