Landmarks in SCOTTSDALE

Taliesin West is a residence and architectural studio created by Frank Lloyd Wright in Scottsdale, Arizona, United States. Inspired by his original Taliesin studio in Spring Green, it served as Wright...

Taliesin West is a residence and architectural studio created by Frank Lloyd Wright in Scottsdale, Arizona, United States. Inspired by his original Taliesin studio in Spring Green, it served as Wright’s winter home and workplace from 1937 until his passing in 1959. Today, the site functions as the main headquarters of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, which organizes tours and various events. Taliesin West is officially recognized as both a National Historic Landmark and a World Heritage Site.

This 125-foot tower comes from a design created by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1957 for a new Arizona State Capitol in Papago Park. His plan, called “The Oasis,” included glass canopy structures and tall, e...

This 125-foot tower comes from a design created by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1957 for a new Arizona State Capitol in Papago Park. His plan, called “The Oasis,” included glass canopy structures and tall, elegant spires on each of the three wings. However, Arizona rejected the design at the time because it was considered too modern, and it remained unbuilt for many years. In 2004, a shopping center in Scottsdale decided to use part of Wright’s idea as a centerpiece. With help from his apprentice Arnold Roy, they brought the tower design to life and built it at the corner of Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard and Scottsdale Road.

Scottsdale Historical Museum displays, preserves and interprets the prehistory, history and cultural heritage of Scottsdale in Arizona through research, exhibits and educational programming. The museu...

Scottsdale Historical Museum displays, preserves and interprets the prehistory, history and cultural heritage of Scottsdale in Arizona through research, exhibits and educational programming. The museum offers various kinds of memberships for individuals, families, senior citizens and patrons. It organizes a variety of events at its facility, such as appreciation lunches and musical nights. Scottsdale Historical Museum has a gift shop that offers a wide selection of children s books, including "The Goat in the Rug," "Cactus Caf ," "Alejandro s Gift," " Scottsdale Historical Coloring Book" and "This House is made of Mud."