Sharlot Hall Museum
Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosArizona, United States11-50 Employees
The Sharlot Hall Museum is an open-air historical museum located in downtown Prescott, Arizona, occupying a four-acre campus that preserves several historic buildings, including the 1864 Territorial Governor's Mansion. Founded in 1928 by Sharlot M. Hall, the institution offers extensive exhibits and gardens that illuminate regional history and culture. Its programs and events—such as the Prescott Indian Art Market, Sharlot's WineFest, Living History Adventures, and a regular lecture series—provide educational and cultural engagement for visitors and the local community. The organization operates within the museums, historical sites, and zoos sector and has been recognized for professional standards through recent accreditation. In addition to its historical offerings, the museum collaborates with community partners and has engaged in initiatives and leadership changes in recent years, reflecting ongoing activity and development in its programming and leadership. The museum serves residents of Prescott and the surrounding area, presenting a neutral, factual chronicle of the region’s history through preserved structures, curated exhibits, and affiliated events.