Scottsdale
It is one of the most expensive and posh areas in the western
United States. Scottsdale is located in central Arizona in
the heart of the lush Sonoran Desert. The Sonoran desert is
the richest, most biologically diverse desert ecosystem in
the Americas, and is home to thousands of species of plants
and animals. This unique setting provides Scottsdale Arizona
with a whole host of benefits including breathtaking scenic
vistas, an abundance of outdoor recreation options, and indigo
skies that glow with more than 330 days of sunshine each year.
And this magnificent setting is just the beginning of Scottsdale's
story.
With more
than 330 days of sunshine a year, Scottsdale is the perfect
playground to indulge in your favorite adventure - or even
discover a new one. Reach new heights with a hot air balloon
ride. Or see the beauty of the Sonoran Desert up close with
a morning trail ride in the McDowell Mountain foothills and
watch the desert come alive around you. Want more? Float down
the cool waters of the Salt River on a raft, dive into the
crystal blue waters of a hotel or resort pool, or glide across
Saguaro Lake in a kayak. Go biking, climb a mountain, take
a Jeep tour - well, you get the idea.
With more
than 125 galleries and museums, the exciting downtown Scottsdale
Art & Shopping Districts, a number of fine performing
arts venues, and architectural wonders including Frank Lloyd
Wright's Taliesin West, Scottsdale is a year-round celebration
of the arts. Collectors and admirers alike will enjoy the
Scottsdale ArtWalk, a Thursday night tradition in which galleries
stay open late and welcome the public to special exhibit openings
and artist receptions. Those interested in Scottsdale's cultural
heritage won't want to miss the world-renowned Heard Museum
and the seasonal Native Trails Festivals. No matter what form
of art or culture you crave, you'll find it in Scottsdale,
Arizona
Scottsdale is divided into three areas:
Old
Town Scottsdale with many streets emulating the cowboy
era, stores and even a stuntman gun show.
The
hip Scottsdale, a good weekend hang out and fashion
shopping center that includes such places as Scottsdale Fashion
Square and many bars.
Residential
Scottsdale, a place where many shows and movies,
such as Silk Stalkings, Beverly Hills 90210
and Clueless have come to shoot neigborhood scenes.
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History
A desirable
location throughout history, Scottsdale was part of the El
Camino Real, the original Mission Highway that served the
California Missions. The first recorded occupation in the
area was by Chumash Native Americans who settled along the
banks in Scottsdale Creek Park. Espiritu, daughter of Chumash
Chief Odin, married Miguel Leonis the legendary "King of Scottsdale"
who ruled the territory in the mid-1800s. The Leonis Adobe,
Los Angeles City Historic Cultural Monument No.1, is a living
history museum in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale where thousands
of visitors and schoolchildren can relive the excitement of
the old west. Scottsdale' original "Last of the Old West"
Old Town offers a picturesque setting for dining and shopping
and is the location of the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce.
Scottsdale
Geography
Scottsdale
(Pima-Washai S-washoni) is a city located in Maricopa County,
Arizona, USA. Scottsdale is located at 33°35'27" North,
111°53'46" West (33.590709, -111.895985)1
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has
a total area of 477.7 km² (184.4 mi²). 477.1 km² (184.2 mi²)
of it is land and 0.6 km² (0.2 mi²) of it is water.
The total area is 0.12% water.
Nearest
cities: Paradise Valley, AZ (5.2 miles), Fountain Hills, AZ
(11.5 miles), Phoenix, AZ (13.1 miles), Tempe, AZ (14.2 miles),
Carefree, AZ (15.8 miles), Mesa, AZ (16.1 miles), Guadalupe,
AZ (16.1 miles), Cave Creek, AZ (17.2 miles).
Scottsdale
Weather
Average
weather in Scottsdale, Arizona
Based
on data reported by over 4,000 weather stations
| |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Average temp. (°F) |
53.7 |
57.4 |
61.9 |
68.9 |
77.3 |
86.3 |
91.0 |
90.0 |
84.7 |
73.7 |
61.0 |
53.6 |
| High temperature (°F) |
66.3 |
70.8 |
75.6 |
83.9 |
92.3 |
102.0 |
104.3 |
103.1 |
98.4 |
87.9 |
74.9 |
66.3 |
| Low temperature (°F) |
41.0 |
43.9 |
48.0 |
53.9 |
62.3 |
70.6 |
77.7 |
76.9 |
70.8 |
59.6 |
47.1 |
40.9 |
| Precipitation (in) |
1.1 |
1.1 |
1.3 |
0.3 |
0.2 |
0.1 |
1.0 |
1.1 |
0.9 |
0.9 |
0.8 |
1.1 |
The
weather in Scottsdale is sunny and comfortable most of the
year.
Scottsdale average annual rainfall is 7.66 inches per year
Scottsdale average temperature is 72.6 degrees F.
The average low temperature is 55.4 degrees F.
The average high temperature is 85.1 degrees F
Scottsdale
Demographics
Races
in Scottsdale:
- White
Non-Hispanic (88.0%)
- Hispanic
(7.0%)
- Other
race (2.3%)
- Two
or more races (1.7%)
- Black
(1.2%)
- American
Indian (1.0%)
- Chinese
(0.6%)
(Total
can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted
in other races)
Scottsdale
Libraries
Scottsdale
Public Library
3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd
Scottsdale, Arizona 85251-4452
Phone: 480-312-7323
Scottsdale
Nearby Attractions
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Arts
Operated
under the auspices of the Scottsdale Arts Organisation, the
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Arts features ongoing fine
art exhibits.
Address: 7374 E 2nd St Scottsdale, AZ 85251
ARTFEST
7121 E.
Fifth Avenue
Suite 16
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Toll-Free: 888-ArtFest
Phone: 480-968-5353
Fax: 480-968-1293
Produces fine art and crafts festivals throughout the Southwest.
Festivals are filled with fine artists from around the country.
International cuisine, live entertainment, and a hands-on
crafts area for kids of all ages. Produce ArtFest of Fifth
Avenue, ArtFest of Scottsdale, Made in Arizona and Scottsdale's
Chicago Festival.
CITY
OF SCOTTSDALE'S WESTWORD
Visit
website
16601
N. Pima Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85260-1301
Phone: 480-312-6802
Fax: 480-312-6803
WestWorld,
the City of Scottsdale's Equestrian and Special Event Facility,
is dedicated to providing public recreational opportunities
and an entertainment venue. Meeting and event facilities available
for rent include the covered Equidome with seating for 6,000+,
19-acre polo field, Monterra catering facility, Brett's Barn
with seating for 600, horse arenas, and 400+ RV spaces. Annual
major events hosted at WestWorld include the Scottsdale Arabian
Horse Show, Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction, and the Sun
Country Circuit. Other events include many regional horse
shows, concerts, art and gift marts, and motocross.
4TH OF JULY PARTY AND FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR
On July 4th, the City of Scottsdale presents a full day of
fun beginning with a daytime run and swim party, pet show,
games and BBQ at the Scottsdale Swim & Tennis Center (818)
222-2782. The evening follows with live music, entertainment,
games, refreshments and a fabulous fireworks display at Scottsdale
High School. Advance ticket purchase for fireworks.
For more information, call (818) 880-6461 or visit the City
of Scottsdale Web site 4th of July Spectacular page.
ARIZONA
STATE FAIR
Visit
website
Phone: 602-268-3247
Admission: Adults $9.50; Seniors (age 55
& up) $4.50; Children (ages 5-13) $4.50; Children under
5 Free
A festival of carnival rides, delicious foods, big-name concerts
and student exhibits. The fair also hosts myriad competitions,
from vegetable growing to quilt weaving and jewelry crafting.
HEARD
MUSEUM
Visit
website
Phone: 602-252-8848
Admission: $7 Adults; $6 Seniors (65+);
$3 Children 4-12; Children under 4, Native Americans and Members
Free
Perfect for families and school groups, this interactive gallery
invites visitors to learn more about the past, present and
futures of Arizona's 21 federally recognized tribal communities.
From the importance of land and family to the preservation
of languages and traditions, We Are! is a glimpse into the
contemporary worlds of Native America.
Scottsdale Schools
Scottsdale
Unified School District
3811 N. 44th St.
Phoenix, Arizona 85018
Phone: (602) 952-6100
Scottsdale
Schools
Middle
Schools
High
Schools
Arizona
Colleges and Universities
- American
InterContinental University Online
- American Graduate
School of Management - Online
- Arizona Culinary
Institute - Scottsdale, Arizona
- The
Art Institute of Phoenix
- The Art
Institute Online
- Axia College
- Mesa, Arizona
- CollegeAmerica
- Flagstaff, Arizona
- Collins College
- Tempe, Arizona
- DeVry
University - Phoenix, Arizona
- DeVry
University Online
- Everest
College - Phoenix, Arizona
- High-Tech
Institute - Phoenix, Arizona
- ITT Technical
Institute
- Phoenix
Campus
- Tucson
Campus
- ITT
Technical Institute - Online
- Jones
International University Online
- Kaplan
Online
- Keller
Graduate School of Management of DeVry University - Mesa,
Arizona
- Keller
Graduate School of Management of DeVry University - Phoenix,
Arizona
- Keller
Graduate School of Management of DeVry University - Scottsdale,
Arizona
- Kennedy-Western
University
- Long
Technical College - Phoenix, Arizona
- Long
Technical College - Phoenix East Valley
- TechSkills - Phoenix,
Tempe
- University
of Phoenix
- Phoenix
- Tucson
- University
of Phoenix Online
- Western
International University
- Westwood
College of Technology - Online
- American
College of Computer and Information Sciences
- Arizona
School of Health Sciences
- Arizona
State University
- Arizona
State University East
- Arizona
State University Extended
- Arizona
State University West
- Chaparral
College
- Chapman
University
- Embry-Riddle
Aeronautical University
- Frank
Lloyd Wright School of Architecture
- Grand
Canyon University
- Keller
Graduate School of Management
- Magellan
University
- Midwestern
University
- Northern
Arizona University
- Ottawa University
- Prescott
College
- RainStar
University
- Southwest
College of Naturopathic Medicine
- Southwestern
College
- Thunderbird
Graduate School
- University
of Advancing Technology
- University
of Arizona
- University
of Arizona South
- University
of Arizona Cooperative Extension
- University
of Phoenix - Phoenix
- University
of Phoenix - Tucson
- Wayland
Baptist University - Ft. Huachuca
- Wayland
Baptist University - Phoenix
- Western
International University
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