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The Old Fort Historic Marker

Main St. between Randall and Allen, Joseph City, AZ
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Joseph City was first settled in 1876 and was named Allen's Camp. In 1878 the name was changed to St. Joseph and in 1923 the name was changed once more, this time to Joseph City. It is the oldest Mormon community in Arizona.

GPS: 34.955979, -110.321204

This marker was put in place in 1952 and commemorates the fort that once stood on this site. It's easy to zip right by this marker, so keep an eye out for it on Main Street just west of I-40 exit 277. Exit 277 is on the east side of Joseph City between Randall and Allen.

Photo(s): 2013