He was the longest-serving governor in Arizona history. George WP Hunt served seven terms in that office between 1912 and and 1933. His final resting place is this white pyramid overlooking Downtown Phoenix and Valley from a hill in Papago Park.
Influenced by Egyptomania among architects and designers probably led to the choice of the shape. Hunt himself is said to have wanted to have an eternal view of the valley he grew to love in his time in Arizona.
We sought it out because of its unusual appearance and design in a land of ancient peoples and modern landscapes. Pluse we had seen Barry Goldwater’s memorial earlier in the week. So, why not visit a governor? A plus with getting reacquainted with these leaders from the past is that you soon learn how progressive they were. Governor Hunt was in favor of women’s suffrage and other equal rights cause.
While just a short walk up the hill from the parking area, I suggest taking this in during milder weather (winter rather than the heat of summer).
And the dogs tayed home due to the heat.
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