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The historic, single family homes on Ft. Huachuca came into being after a visit by General William T. Sherman in April of 1882.  At that time, he gave his approval for the construction of a permanent facility at Ft. Huachuca.  The foundations for 11 of the 12 single family homes were laid in November of 1883.

             A white picket fence fronted the entire “officer’s line” until 1902.  In front of each, along the boardwalk, a lamplighter made his rounds each evening and morning.  Across the street were hitching posts.  Rose bushes and fruit trees, planted in 1888, flourished.  The quarters were high ceilinged, large structures of adobe walls covered with plaster.  They had a stone foundation, roofing was made of shingles, and there were hard floors throughout the residences.  In 1916, servants’ quarters were added to each of the homes.  Today, these quarters are used for storage or as guest houses. 

            There have been many changes to the homes since their construction, including the installation of central heat and air conditioning.  Recently, renovations to repair and preserve the structures have been completed.  For the first time in many years, all 12 homes are occupied.

            This is the 18^th year that the Community Spouses Club has been able to host a tour of the historic homes on Ft. Huachuca.  The residents of these quarters graciously volunteer to open their homes to give people in the Sierra Vista community and beyond a chance to view them.

Get a glimpse of Christmas past as you stroll the Fort Huachuca “Old Post” area on Sunday, December 7, 2008, between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.  The tour begins at the Fort Huachuca Historical Museum.  Enjoy live entertainment, people in 1870’s dress, shopping and refreshments. 

Ticket cost $10 in advance or $12 the day of the tour and include an opportunity to win a beautiful hand-made Christmas quilt.

This walking tour will require climbing stairs.  Cameras and video equipment are prohibited.  Please, no children under 10 years old and no strollers or backpacks.

For more information, please call Pam Sherod at 520-458-0860.

To order tickets in advance, please send your check, payable to “FHCSC,” along with a self-addressed, stamped return envelope to Pam at 107B Henry Circle, Ft. Huachuca, AZ 85613.