Scottsdale, Arizona War Memorials

USS Arizona Memorial Gardens at Salt River in Scottsdale, Arizona

USS Arizona Memorial Gardens at Salt River

4.9

7455 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, USA

(480) 362-2700
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Hours:

  • Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

About This Memorial

The USS Arizona Memorial Gardens at Salt River commemorates the 1,177 crew members who perished aboard the USS Arizona during the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The memorial features the original boathouse relic from the sunken battleship, displayed in a glass enclosure, and a peaceful five-acre garden with a self-guided walking path. This World War II memorial honors the bravery of U.S. forces and provides a reflective space for visitors to pay respects. The design incorporates the historic artifact with scenic landscaping, creating a solemn tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for freedom.

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Reviews

12/9/2024

"This is worth a visit if you are close by. Lots of information about what happened that day in Pearl Harbor and it’s very sobering to read and to visualize the ship. Next time I go, I’m going to visit this site at night to get the full effect of the arrangement of the lights."