Scottsdale Arizona History

Scottsdale was named after the Rev. Winfield Scott, Civil War veteran. who was later a chaplain in the regular army. He first visited the area in 1881. Later he homesteaded, taking out a patent in 1891. Meanwhile he served at Fort Huachuca, leaving his brother George in charge of the homestead. Following his retirement, Scott promoted property near his home as a health and agricultural center. The name Scottsdale became official in 1896 with the establishment of the school district. It had seventy residents in 1897.

Scottsdale experienced continuous growth though golf, art and tourism, and also had a post war boom in the 40’s, and continues to be a favored place to visit and enjoy the plush offerings.