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Flagstaff, Arizona

Located in Coconino County, Arizona, Flagstaff was established in 1876. Pluto was discovered at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff in 1930. First International Dark Sky City in the world.
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Founded 1876 | Population 76,831 | Peak 76,831 (2024) | County Coconino County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Flagstaff, Arizona

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1876 Founded: Named for flag on a pine tree.
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1894 Lowell Observatory: Pluto discovered here in 1930.
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1930 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Flagstaff's character and economy.
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1966 Route 66 Era: Iconic Route 66 runs through town.
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2023 Dark Sky City: First International Dark Sky City.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1876 Culture
Founded
1894 Science
Lowell Observatory
1930 Culture
Higher Education
1966 Transport
Route 66 Era
2023 Science
Dark Sky City

Did You Know?

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Pluto was discovered at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff in 1930.
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First International Dark Sky City in the world.
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At nearly 7,000 feet, Flagstaff gets significant snowfall.
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Flagstaff is located in Coconino County, Arizona.
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Flagstaff was founded in 1876.

Famous People from Flagstaff, Arizona

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Bruce Babbitt
Lawyer, Politician · Born Jun 27, 1938 · Age 87
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Andy Devine
Actor, Television Actor · Born Oct 7, 1905 · Died Feb 18, 1977 (age 71)
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Henry L. Giclas
Astronomer · Born Dec 9, 1910 · Died Apr 2, 2007 (age 96)
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Blake Woodruff
Film Actor · Born Jun 19, 1995 · Age 30
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Alison Bartosik
Synchronized Swimmer · Born Apr 20, 1983 · Age 42

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