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Our mission is to preserve and promote the Prescott area’s western heritage through education, art, music, events and projects that enhance its western lifestyle, making Prescott and Yavapai County unique and desirable places to live and visit.​

A Letter from our Founder and Chief Executive Officer

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The Prescott Western Heritage Foundation was formed to help preserve and promote our western heritage. It is our hope and belief that we can bring about a spirit of cooperation and of accomplishment by working with the community regarding this goal. We plan to increase awareness of Prescott’s rich history among our residents and visitors, through education, events, and other projects. 

Some of the assets that the Foundation is passionate about preserving and promoting, include the "World's Oldest Rodeo", our great museums, Whiskey Row/Historic Courthouse Plaza, art of the American West, cowboy poetry, cowboy/western music, the remaining working ranches, our other open spaces, Prescott's historic districts, and last but not least, our “Spirit of the West”.

Rarely does an individual or a single organization have a major influence in shaping the future of a community. But if a group of dedicated individuals and organizations work together, the collaboration can make a major impact regarding the preservation of our western heritage, and potentially create a new era of downtown excitement and success for the local economy. We believe that Prescott’s history is the foundation for our future, and should be a key element of the community’s long-term historic preservation plan and marketing strategy.

Sincerely,
Dennis Gallagher

Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Prescott Western Heritage Foundation, Inc.
VisitWHC.org
pwhfceo.founder@gmail.com​

What We Do

VisitWHC.org

Our Foundation’s website (VisitWHC.org) provides one stop access to information regarding non-profit organizations which help preserve and/or promote our western heritage.
Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Dennis Gallagher, describes the mission and goals of the Prescott Western Heritage Foundation in this video.

Western "Heritage Keeper" Scholarships

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Our Foundation awards Western “Heritage Keeper” Scholarships to deserving students who have a passion and the talent to preserve our heritage.

Education
​Outreach

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Our Educational Outreach program, provides funding for specific history related projects (pioneer treks, history plays, etc.) at the elementary school level.

Sponsored
​Western Events

Each year, we sponsor one or more western events such as the Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering and the New Year's Eve Boot Drop.
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Western Heritage
​Banquet and Enter
tainment

Our Western Heritage Banquet & Entertainment, is where members of the community are recognized for their dedication to preserve our western heritage, “Heritage Keeper” Scholarships are awarded to students from Yavapai County High Schools.​
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Casino Night
​Fundraiser

​Come learn old fashioned, wild west games like Faro. "Buck the Tiger" like Buckey O'Neill. Black Jack, Roulette, Craps, and the "Big Wheel." Drinks, food, auction items - it will be an exciting night in the historic Crystal Ballroom (Elks PAC). Support our Foundation and have a fabulous night of fun too. 
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Western Heritage
​Gala & Concert

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Downtown Lighting Project

White LEDs have been donated and installed to outline the rooftops of downtown buildings year round.  Enjoy them along Whiskey Row.  Next is to extend the lights all around Courthouse Square.
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Downtown Banner Project

​Led grass root efforts to include Prescott's local assets on lamp post banners.
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Click here to learn about our many volunteer opportunities and tell us about your interests.

More Accomplishments

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156 C South Montezuma | Prescott, Arizona
​(Historic Whiskey Row)
Wednesday - Saturday 10- 5
​Sunday 12 noon - 4
928.910.2307 
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