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Litchfield Park
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LITCHFIELD PARK
Litchfield Park is a planned residential community located 16 miles west of Central Phoenix. It is known for its small town atmosphere, casual lifestyle and exceptional recreational opportunities.
LITCHFIELD PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM
Built in 1941, Aunt Mary’s House is now home to the Litchfield Park Historical Society and Museum. Mary Brintan-Tubbs was active in the Litchfield Park community, and during World War II, she volunteered and worked at Luke Air Force Base, rolling bandages, writing letters for soldiers and doing other necessary civilian tasks.
lphsmuseum.org
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THE WIGWAM
Make your own history at The Wigwam, Arizona’s rich cultural and iconic resort for more than 90 years. It was originally built for Goodyear executives who visited local farming operations. In 1929, The Wigwam opened to the public and soon became a fashionable and exclusive resort.
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THE WILDLIFE WORLD ZOO
The Wildlife World Zoo, located 4 miles northwest of Litchfield Park, provides a natural habitat for many endangered species. The zoo specializes in African and South American animals and has Arizona’s largest collection of exotic animals.
wildlifeworld.com
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WHITE TANKS REGIONAL PARK
White Tanks Regional Park is located west of Litchfield Park. It is named for natural rock water tanks once used by local Native American tribes. Many unusual petroglyphs or rock carvings are found in the 26,000-acre park.
maricopacountyparks.net
PHOENIX RACEWAY
Nearby Phoenix Raceway hosts major auto races, including Indy cars in March and NASCAR in March and November.
phoenixraceway.com
AK-CHIN PAVILION
Nearby Ak-Chin Pavilion, located in Phoenix, is one of the biggest and best concert venues Arizona has to offer with seating for 18,000 and about 50 major shows each year.
ak-chinpavilion.com
ESTRELLA MOUNTAIN REGIONAL PARK
Estrella Mountain Regional Park has 19,000 acres with an 18-hole golf course, as well as camping, horseback riding, hiking and picnic facilities.
maricopacountyparks.net
SPECIAL EVENTS
The City of Litchfield Park sponsors 15 special events, including outdoor concerts, fine art festivals, runs and holiday celebrations.
litchfield-park.org
ST. THOMAS MISSION CHURCH
St. Thomas Mission Church, also known as St. Thomas Aquinas Mission Church, was built in 1919 and originally located on Wigwam Boulevard. Cardinal Francis Spellman once celebrated mass here.