See Also: The History of North Garfield Historic District Phoenix Townsite The Garfield Historic District traces its origins to early agricultural development in the Salt River Valley during the last quarter of the 19th century. In 1870, a handful of farmers were establishing irrigated fields near present Phoenix. In 1870, they formed the “Salt River [...]
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North Garfield Historic District boundaries are roughly: I-10 to Roosevelt, 7th Street to 16th Street Garfield Historic District boundaries are roughly: Roosevelt to Van Buren, 7th Street to 16th Street For 15 years, Maureen has been saying that Garfield will be the place to live. Dana and Kim, founders of Alwun House Foundation and restorers [...]
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