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ABOUT THE PRISON

At Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park walk through the actual strap iron cells and solitary chamber of Arizona Territory’s first prison, and see the areas where prisoners spent their lives in the desert.

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Programs & Events

October 18, 2025 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Get ready for one of Yuma's most exciting events! The **Prison to Prison Beer Run** is just around the corner, and tickets are flying fast!

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October 31, 2025 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Mischievous prisoners have tampered with gate locks at the Yuma Territorial Prison. To get out, you must solve riddles, decode clues, and complete challenges throughout the Prison Cell Block.

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PARK HISTORY

Ground was broken on April 28, 1876, for the construction of the prison. Yuma held a variety of law violators, including the legendary stagecoach robber Pearl Hart.

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Park and Facility Hours

OPEN 7 days a week!

Summer Hours June 1-September 30

8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Seasonal hours October 1-May 31

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Holiday Hours

Thanksgiving Eve: CLOSED
Thanksgiving: CLOSED
Christmas Eve: CLOSED
Christmas Day: CLOSED

Park Entrance Fee

Adult (14+): $10.00
Seniors (62 and over): $9.00
Youth (7–13): $5.00
Child (0–6): FREE

Starting Oct. 1

Adult (14+): $10.00
Youth (7–13): $7.00
Child (0–6): FREE

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