The Jerome State Historic Park is home to one of the most significant landmarks of the mining town of Jerome... the Douglas Mansion. The Douglas Mansion overlooks the United Verde Extension Mine and was built by James S. Douglas as a hotel for mining officials and investors, while also a home for his family.
The mansion is well known for the fact that it is built entirely of adobe bricks which were put together on-site and was the first of its kind to be equipped with a central vacuum system and steam heat. Inside, visitors can still view the early maps of Jerome, ore samples and a detailed timeline of the mining town, from its nascent days to the modern-day Jerome. The second floor is home to a miniature model of the town, complete with all the intricate tunnel system beneath it. You can also browse through an eclectic collection of ancient mining equipment that is displayed in the park and a video presentation that depicts the history of Jerome all through the day. This presentation is continually revamped to portray the legacy of this region, through a fresh perspective every month.
From here, you can even visit the Little Daisy hotel which was conceived as a dormitory for the miners who worked in the United Verde Extension Mine. The park also has picnic tables where you can carry along a lunch basket and restrooms to facilitate your visit. The park also conducts a variety of events throughout the year.
Admission to the Jerome State Historical Park is charged at $2.50 per person, with special discounts for children and seniors. The park is open to the public from 8 am to 5pm, all through the week.
For further information, you can call the park at (928) 634-5381.
The Jerome State Historical Park
Jerome, Arizona 86331
(928) 634-5381
