Today in History: Arizona
Today in History–February 24–the Library of Congress features Arizona, which was organized as a separate territory on this day in 1863. Find out more about this southwestern state that gained U.S. statehood in 1912 by visiting the Today in History section, then follow the links below to learn more about the culture and history of the 48th state through a review of primary sources.
Arizona stories from America’s Library
Arizona primary source set with teacher’s guide
Arizona oral histories & songs
Pictorial Americana: Selected images of Arizona
Arizona Statehood Anniversary In Custodia Legis February 14, 2022
Today in History: The Gadsden Purchase