Medjool dates hail from Morocco and have
found a happy home in the Arizona desert.
family and the original home is now a
museum. Created by Yvonne, when she
found her mother-in-law’s treasure trove
of memorabilia, it’s a fabulous collection of
Americana and will bring back a bevy of
memories and smiles for anyone who ever
took a family road trip.
The hotel is still very much in operation, with a new wing built across the street
from the original structures. All the rooms
are thoroughly modern but done in such a
way that they retain the charm of days gone
by. Full, hot breakfast at the Yuma Landing
Restaurant is included – another example
of the Peachs’ fantastic hospitality.
A Few Other Not-To-Be-Missed Spots
Yuma Quartermaster Depot State Historic Park – Built in the 1870’s this was the
supply hub for all the forts and outposts of
the US military.
Pivot Point Plaza National Historic
Landmark – The first railroad
crossing in 1817 is commemorated with a locomotive engine
on the exact alignment of the
original swing-span rail bridge
and the interpretive plaza
brings history to life.
Yuma Territorial Prison
State Historic Park – Set in
the most visited State Park in
Arizona, the prison opened in
1876 and was built by the very
prisoners sentenced to this
harsh and crowded institution.
In operation for 33 years, the
facility is now run by local
volunteers who treasure this
unique and important piece
of Yuma’s history. Take a tour
with one of the docents for
fascinating, behind-the-scenes
tales.
Sanguinetti House Museum
& Gardens – One of the few
adobe structures left in Yuma,
this was once home to E.F.
Sanguinetti, an Italian immigrant who became one of the
most prominent businessmen
in the area.