These include the Vulture Mine–Assay office, built in 1884, Henry Wickenburg's Settlers Home and Rita's Brothel.

Eighteen men were hung on an ironwood tree located by the ruins of Henry Wickenburg's house.

[4] In 1863, miners, ranchers and farmers who built their homes along the fertile plain of the Hassayampa River, also founded the town of Wickenburg.

Along the town's main historic district, early businesses built many structures that still form Wickenburg's downtown area.

According to Jim McPherson, Arizona Preservation Foundation Board President: "It is crucial that residents, private interests, and government officials act now to save these elements of our cultural heritage before it is too late.