The main entrance and parking lot are located at 409 W Riordan Rd., two blocks east of Milton Rd. next to the NAU parking garage.
Evening Lecture: The First 100 Years of Route 66 in Arizona: Reflections on the Visual Imagery and Stories of Route 66
Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 5:30-6:30 p.m.
The First 100 Years of Route 66 in Arizona will emphasize the visual aspects and stories of Arizona’s stretch of Route 66. Drawing from the exhibit Echoes of the Open Road: 100 Years of Route 66 in Arizona currently featured at Cline Library, this presentation examines the powerful visual language that has shaped public memories of the “Mother Road” over the past century. Presenters Ivan Pacheco and Peter Runge will trace Route 66’s evolution from a rugged transportation corridor to an enduring cultural icon, highlighting the communities, businesses, and landscapes that defined travel across northern Arizona. The presentation will also touch upon the Shades of Route 66: Celebrating Diversity along Historic Route 66 in the State of Arizona exhibit, sharing the voices and stories of under-represented communities often overshadowed by other perspectives.
Space is limited. Reserve your spot online at https://azstateparks.com/
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August 9, 2026
Riordan Mansion Special Tour: Historic Milton Walking Tour
A 90-minute guided walk from Riordan Mansion to explore the Arizona Lumber and Timber Company property and the town site of Milton.
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Sunday, September 13, 2026
Tea on the Veranda
Step into 1904 and have tea on the veranda, just as the Riordans did at the beginning of the last century. This event is brought to you by Riordan Action Network and Northern Arizona Celtic Heritage Society.
