Flagstaff Trivia Facts
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When was Flagstaff founded?

  • July 4, 1876 (correct)
  • June 4, 1875
  • September 4, 1878
  • August 4, 1877
  • What is Flagstaff known as?

  • The City of Pines
  • The World's First Dark Sky City (correct)
  • The City of Route 66
  • The City of Trains
  • What was discovered at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff?

  • Pluto's Moon
  • The Black Hole
  • Pluto (correct)
  • The Galaxy
  • What is the source of the unique smell in Flagstaff during the summer?

    <p>The Terpines in the Ponderosa Pine Trees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many miles of Route 66 pass through Flagstaff?

    <p>15 miles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Flagstaff History and Facts

    • Flagstaff was founded on July 4, 1876, and was named after a stripped pine tree made into a flagpole placed at Old Town Spring, now called Old Town Spring Park.
    • Flagstaff is the world's first International Dark Sky City, receiving this designation on October 24, 2001.

    Astronomy and Nature

    • Pluto was discovered at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff on February 18, 1930.
    • Flagstaff is located in the world's largest contiguous Ponderosa Pine forest.

    Unique Features

    • The city smells of vanilla or butterscotch during the summer due to the terpines in the Ponderosa Pine Trees.

    Transportation

    • Flagstaff is home to about 15 miles of The Motherroad, Route 66.
    • 100 to 150 trains pass through Flagstaff each day.

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    Learn about the fascinating history and unique features of Flagstaff, Arizona, including its founding, dark sky designation, and connection to Pluto's discovery.

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