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Art, History, and Afternoon Brews

Start with culture, walk off lunch, and end with a craft beer in the historic district.

Best time: noneAbout 240 min

Timeline

  1. 12:00

    Northern Arizona University Art Museum

    Visit the Northern Arizona University Art Museum. It opens at noon, so you can head straight inside to see the rotating exhibits featuring local and international artists while the crowds are thin.

  2. 12:45

    Mother Road Brewing Company

    Walk to Mother Road Brewing Company. It is just a short stroll away. Order a pint of their really good craft brews and enjoy the friendly service. The atmosphere is relaxed and perfect for an afternoon digest.

  3. 13:45

    Riordan Mansion State Historic Park

    Head to Riordan Mansion State Historic Park. This is a fine example of an Arts and Crafts style house built in 1904 for a prominent local family. Guided tours are conducted at the top of the hour, so aim to arrive just before a tour starts. Reservations are recommended.

Local tip

The museum is free, but check if any special exhibits have a small fee. Riordan Mansion tours fill up, so booking ahead saves time.

Check before you go

  • Northern Arizona University Art Museum: Tue-Sat noon-5PM during the school year.
  • Mother Road Brewing Company: Mo-Th 14:00-21:00; Fr,Sa 12:00-22:00; Su 12:00-21:00.
  • Riordan Mansion State Historic Park: Check current tour times and book reservations.

Worth knowing

  • Mother Road Brewing Company is open at 12:45 only on Fr, Sa, Su

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Flagstaff (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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