Prescott’s Summer Symphony Music, Monsoons, Rodeos, and the Spirit of Arizona Come Alive in Prescott
Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook at Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott AZ
Release Date: 05/10/2026
Prescott’s Summer Symphony Music, Monsoons, Rodeos, and the Spirit of Arizona Come Alive in Prescott
Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook at Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott AZ
There are some radio conversations that feel less like an interview and more like sitting on the porch with good friends while the smell of rain drifts in from the mountains. This episode of Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook delivered exactly that kind of experience. Pure Imagination Returns to Watson Lake One of the major highlights of the conversation centered around Candice Devine’s beloved Pure Imagination Festival, which will return in May 2027 at Watson Lake. The festival has become known for blending multiple genres of music, family activities, local artisans, food trucks,...
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Raising a Glass to History: Inside Prescott’s Premier Garden Party, Sharlot's Cellar
Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook at Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott AZ
Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook celebrates community, cuisine, culture—and a historic new tribute to Charlotte Hall Prescott’s most anticipated spring tradition is nearly here, and if the energy inside the latest episode of Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook is any indication, Charlotte Cellar 2026 promises to be one of the most memorable evenings in the event’s history. Broadcast from the beautiful four‑acre campus of Sharlot Hall Museum, this episode features an engaging, behind‑the‑scenes conversation with Sally Jackson, Director of Development and Marketing, and Amber...
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“Get Your Kicks… Again: Why Route 66’s 100th Birthday Is Calling You Back to the Open Road”
Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook at Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott AZ
There are anniversaries… and then there are American milestones. On this episode of Arizona Roundup, host Stuart Rosebrook welcomes one of the true storytellers of the American highway—historian, author, and Route 66 authority Jim Hinckley—for a conversation that feels less like an interview and more like an invitation. An invitation to remember. An invitation to explore. And perhaps most importantly—an invitation to hit the road. As Route 66 celebrates its 100th birthday, Hinckley reminds listeners that this isn’t just about pavement and nostalgia. It’s about people,...
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From Ocean Breezes to High Desert Flavors:
Mercy Clark’s Culinary Journey to Prescott
Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook at Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott AZ
On a recent episode of Arizona Roundup, host Stuart Rosebrook welcomed listeners to a conversation that was as flavorful as it was inspiring—an engaging look at entrepreneurship, creativity, and community through the story of Mercy Clark, founder of Gingerly Catered. Broadcast from the historic grounds of the Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott, Arizona, the program offered more than just an interview. It served as a celebration of local talent, culinary craftsmanship, and the vibrant cultural life that continues to grow in Prescott. A Journey Rooted in Adventure and Reinvention Mercy Clark’s...
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Through the Lens of the Mother Road Terry Moore’s Journey Across Time, Light, and Route 66
Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook at Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott AZ
Stuart Rosebrook • Sharlot Hall Museum • Prescott, Arizona The Story There are some stories that feel less like interviews and more like road trips—full of unexpected turns, wide horizons, and moments that stay with you long after the journey ends. This episode of Arizona Roundup featuring Terry Moore is exactly that kind of journey—rich with memory, meaning, and the unmistakable spirit of the American West. A Life Shaped by Light From Duluth, Minnesota to the deserts of the Southwest, Terry Moore’s life was transformed by a move west at age nine. The light changed. The land opened....
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From Coonskin Caps to Hollywood Epics:
The Remarkable Journey of Ray Herbeck Jr.
Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook at Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott AZ
In this engaging episode of Arizona Roundup, host Stuart Rosebrook welcomes storyteller, historian, filmmaker, and reenactor Ray Herbeck Jr. for a conversation that feels less like an interview and more like sitting around a campfire—swapping stories that somehow connect childhood curiosity to cinematic history. A Childhood Spark That Lit a Lifetime The story begins not in Hollywood—but in a war surplus store in Los Angeles, and a young boy inspired by Fess Parker and a coonskin cap. But the real turning point came during a childhood trip to Arkansas. At the historic Pea Ridge Battlefield,...
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Get Your Kicks… and Your Story: Arizona Roundup Celebrates Route 66 at 100
Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook at Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott AZ
here are roads… and then there are legends. On this special edition of Arizona Roundup, host Stuart Rosebrook welcomes performer, storyteller, and Route 66 ambassador Nicole Brandon for a lively, heartfelt journey down America’s most famous highway—the Mother Road. This is more than a program. It’s an invitation. A Road That Still Lives and Breathes Route 66 is not just a highway—it’s a living story. From its official birth in 1926 under the U.S. Highway Act to its rise in literature, music, film, and family memory, Route 66 has become a symbol of movement, hope, and...
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Through the Lens of Legacy: Alison Goldwater and the Living Story of Arizona
Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook at Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott AZ
In a warm and engaging episode of Arizona Roundup, host Stuart Rosebrook welcomes a very special guest to the historic setting of the Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott, Arizona—Alison Goldwater. What unfolds is more than an interview. It is a journey into Arizona’s past, a rediscovery of a legendary figure, and a heartfelt mission to preserve a visual heritage for generations to come. A Family Story That Built a State The conversation begins with a delightful step back in time—into the early days of Arizona commerce and community building. The Goldwater name, long associated with Arizona,...
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Where Roads, Red Rocks, and Real History Meet...Arizona Roundup Visits the Sedona Heritage Museum with Nate Myers
Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook at Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott AZ
Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook continues its exploration of the people, places, and stories that shape the heritage of Arizona. in this engaging episode, Rosebrook welcomes Nate Myers, Executive Director of the Sedona Heritage Museum, for a lively and thoughtful conversation about Sedona’s past, the importance of preserving community history, and the fascinating stories behind one of Arizona’smost beloved destinations. From Upstate New York Snow to Arizona Sunshine Nate Myers’ personal story adds a warm and relatable dimension to the conversation. Born in Syracuse and raised...
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The Call of the West: Russell True and the Living Legacy of the Dude Ranch...An Arizona Roundup Feature from the Sharlot Hall Museum
Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook at Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott AZ
In the wide-open spaces of the American West, some traditions refuse to fade into history. They live on through the people who love them, preserve them, and invite the rest of us to experience them. One of those people is Russell True—longtime rancher, author, historian, and steward of the Western guest-ranch tradition. In a recent episode of Arizona Roundup, host Stuart Rosebrook welcomed True to share stories from more than six decades of life in the saddle and in the hospitality business. The conversation, recorded in partnership with the Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott, Arizona, is...
info_outlineThere are some radio conversations that feel less like an interview and more like sitting on the porch with good friends while the smell of rain drifts in from the mountains. This episode of Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook delivered exactly that kind of experience.
Pure Imagination Returns to Watson Lake
One of the major highlights of the conversation centered around Candice Devine’s beloved Pure Imagination Festival, which will return in May 2027 at Watson Lake. The festival has become known for blending multiple genres of music, family activities, local artisans, food trucks, camping, kayaking, and community connection into one colorful weekend experience.
Candice described the festival as an immersive experience designed to keep music flowing continuously while giving visitors opportunities to explore the natural beauty and creative energy of Prescott.
Prescott: Everybody’s Hometown
DJ Sheridan reflected on why people continue moving to Prescott from around the nation. According to DJ, the two major reasons people relocate here are climate and community. Again and again, the conversation returned to the idea that Prescott still feels like a real hometown where people wave at each other, support local businesses, and quickly become part of the community story.
Sharlot Hall Museum: Preserving Arizona’s Soul
One of the most inspiring portions of the program focused on Charlotte Hall Museum and the unveiling of a new public statue honoring Charlotte Hall herself — a pioneering educator, historian, and civic leader whose legacy continues shaping Arizona today.
The discussion became a reminder that the American West was built not just by cowboys and miners, but by strong women, educators, artists, mothers, and civic visionaries.
Rodeo, Patriotism, and the Biggest Fourth of July in Arizona
Listeners were treated to an exciting preview of Prescott’s upcoming Fourth of July celebration, including the World’s Oldest Rodeo, fireworks at Pioneer Park, patriotic concerts, family activities, historical reenactments, and Charlotte Hall Museum’s new American Heritage Day.
This year’s celebration promises to be one of the most memorable in Prescott history.
A Town That Honors Heritage While Building the Future
Perhaps the greatest takeaway from the program was this: Prescott is not trying to become someplace else. It is building its future by embracing its history, culture, music, beauty, and sense of community.
Whether discussing Route 66, monsoon storms, public art, rodeo traditions, tourism, entrepreneurship, or civic leadership, the conversation continually returned to the same idea — Prescott works because people care.
Things to Remember
Prescott continues to grow as one of Arizona’s most vibrant cultural and historical communities.
The Pure Imagination Festival returns in May 2027 at Watson Lake.
Charlotte Hall Museum continues expanding its educational and cultural programming.
The 2026 Fourth of July celebration promises to be one of the biggest in Prescott history.
Things to Share
Share this program with friends considering a visit or move to Prescott.
Encourage others to support local arts, museums, festivals, and historical organizations.
Invite family members to experience the Prescott rodeo and Fourth of July festivities.
Things to Take Note Of and Possibly Act Upon
Visit Sharlot Hall Museum and explore upcoming events.
Support Sharlot Hall Museum’s educational mission and historical preservation work.
Mark your calendar now for Pure Imagination Festival in 2027.
At a time when so many communities across America feel rushed, divided, or disconnected, Prescott continues offering something deeply valuable: a place where history matters, where music matters, where neighbors still wave, and where tradition and creativity walk side by side.
Happy trails from Arizona Roundup and the good people of Prescott, Arizona.