Winslow
Arizona · United States
Jackson Browne and Glen Frey of the Eagles wrote a song called "Take It Easy" in 1972, one of the popular lines in the song goes, "Standing on the corner in Winslow Arizona". In 1999, in response to the lyrics that made it famous, the city of Winslow erected a life-size bronze statue and mural commemorating the song, then in 2016 after Frey's passing a life-sized statue of of him was added to the Standin' on the Corner Park. So as we stop in Winslow for our lunch we can take the opportunity to snap a photo at this world famous location. Also in town is the last Harvey House (La Posada Hotel), designed by Mary Colter, opened in 1930. The hotel closed in 1957 and was used by the Santa Fe Railway for offices. The railroad abandoned La Posada in 1994 and announced plans to tear it down. It was bought, restored and now serves as a hotel. Lunch will be at the La Posada and is included in your tour fee (up to $20 per person).
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Winslow
Welcome, discerning traveler, to the vibrant and deeply historic town of Winslow, Arizona. Situated approximately fifty-seven miles southwest of Flagstaff and two hundred and forty miles west of Albuquerque, this resilient…
Listen in the app2Standing on the Corner Park
Our first dedicated stop brings us to perhaps the most internationally recognized intersection in the entire region; the legendary Standing on the Corner Park. This meticulously designed public plaza is a masterful example of how…
Listen in the app3Historic Route 66 Main Street
Moving away from the park, we now find ourselves strolling along the legendary asphalt of historic Route Sixty-Six, affectionately known worldwide as the 'Main Street of America'. This iconic, transcontinental highway is…
Listen in the app4The Chamber of Commerce and Trading Post
We now approach a beautifully constructed, highly significant stone building that currently serves as the Winslow Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center. However, the historical pedigree of this impressive structure extends far…
Listen in the app5The Santa Fe Railway Legacy
To truly understand the foundational genesis of Winslow, we must momentarily shift our focus away from the asphalt of the highway and direct our attention to the parallel, gleaming iron rails. This community was officially…
Listen in the app6La Posada Hotel Architecture
We now arrive at what is arguably the architectural crown jewel of Winslow, if not the entire region: the magnificent La Posada Hotel. Constructed in nineteen twenty-nine, this breathtaking, sprawling structure is a spectacular…
Listen in the app7La Posada's Famous Guests and Restoration
Stepping inside the hallowed halls of La Posada, we are immediately enveloped by an atmosphere of carefully preserved, historic elegance. This hotel was the undisputed epicenter of regional glamour during the mid-twentieth…
Listen in the app8Closing
As our comprehensive exploration of Winslow draws to a close, take a moment to observe the dramatic, sweeping landscapes that surround the town. If you are fortunate enough to be here during the late afternoon, you will witness…
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What is Winslow?
Winslow is a place in Arizona · United States with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Arizona · United States |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 35.0243, -110.6962 |
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