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Wells Fargo History Museum

100 W. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
602 378 1852
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Stagecoach
Inside the stagecoach
Front of stagecoach
1800s stagecoach on display
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Ranked #29 of 124 attractions in Phoenix
4.5 of 5 stars 9 Reviews
Type: Speciality Museums, History Museums
Owner description: Celebrating Wells Fargo’s role in Arizona’s colorful history, the Wells Fargo History Museum is just steps away from popular downtown Phoenix... more » Owner description: Celebrating Wells Fargo’s role in Arizona’s colorful history, the Wells Fargo History Museum is just steps away from popular downtown Phoenix attractions. The collection includes an authentic 19th century stagecoach, a replica stagecoach you can climb aboard, gold and precious minerals, a replica mine shaft, antique firearms, working telegraph and more. Along with the world’s largest collection of famed illustrator N.C. Wyeth’s western themed work. Admission is always free, tours are available with reservations. « less
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Arizona, USA
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“Very interesting and best of all, it is FREE!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

I chaperoned a 4th grade field trip to this museum last week. I had never heard of it and had no idea what to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised! The tour guides were wonderful with the kids, and it was totally free! I learned a lot of historical things and there were some fun hands-on exhibits for the kids... More

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Gilbert, AZ
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Not much but the price is right, free.”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

There are a few things but there are Wells Fargo museums in every city where Wells Fargo has a presence. You can be in and out in 15 minutes.

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Ohio
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
“The Wells Fargo Wagon is a Comin'”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

With that tune from The Music Man bouncing around in my head, We drove into downtown Phoenix for a look at the Wells Fargo Museum. The price was right--free! It did cost us five dollars to park but it was worth the trip. The museum is locasted in the Wells Fargo Plaza Building and was really easy to find. It's... More

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Kelowna, Canada
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Wells Fargo”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012
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A little jewel in the heart of downtown Phoenix. Very interesting information. I gained some new knowledge. Loved it!

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Orlando, Florida
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Worth it's weight in gold”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2012
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person found this review helpful

My brother stumbled upon this museum while downtown at the bank. Recommended we check it out for a unique Western experience. And he was right. Not necessarily a place I would have picked myself - or probably even noticed - but upon visiting I was glad we took the time. If you love history as well as a taste of... More

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Phoenix, AZ
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173 reviews 173 reviews
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53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
“Interesting corner of the Downtown Branch”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012
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person found this review helpful

Wells Fargo's main branch has a good display of early banking equipment and historic ledgers - as well as the stage coach.

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New Jersey
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“Western history lesson in downtown Phoenix”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2011
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My friend from London found the museum listing in my AAA guide. This museum of western history on Wells Fargo and the Pony Express peeked her interest. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. There are videos and interactive displays. Children and adults would enjoy this museum. It is free and fairly easy to find.

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Franklin, Tennessee
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159 reviews 159 reviews
Reviews in 77 cities Reviews in 77 cities
188 helpful votes 188 helpful votes
“Fun and Free!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 July 2008
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I found out about this musuem through Tripadvisor. It seems Wells Fargo has several museums throughout the country. This museum is located in downtown Phoenix on Adams Street (near Washington and Central). There is plenty of street parking with 1-hour meters. You probably wouldn't need much more time than that. The museum is open Monday-Friday 9-5 and admission is FREE!... More

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Corvallis, Oregon
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
100 helpful votes 100 helpful votes
“A Western art and history buff's dream!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2008
4
people found this review helpful

You'll find you definitely want to stay awhile and linger so you won't miss a single exhibit. In addition to an actual Wells Fargo stagecoach and samples of gold, there is a LOT of authentic Western memorabilia here. There is genuine artwork by CM Russell and others. Lots of information re: the history of Wells Fargo and all of their... More

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