Historic Florence
Foundation

Taking care of the rodeo grounds and Florence History since 1932

Our History

We are a 501(c)3 non-profit that manages the Charles Whitlow Rodeo Grounds, home to many rodeo events including the world’s oldest youth rodeo, the Jr. Parada. 

Historic photo of a boy tying a calf

The Charles Whitlow Arena

Three miles south of historic Main Street on State Route 79, the Charles Whitlow Rodeo Grounds is the beating heart of Florence’s ranching culture.

Jr. Parada Rodeo

A junior rodeo, a unique southwestern attraction that has been staged in Florence, Arizona every year since 1932, with increasing success.

Jr Parada Boy Riding Cow

Our Events

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Contact

Historicflorencefoundationinc@gmail.com

Charles Whitlow Arena
11608 AZ-79
Florence, AZ 85132

Bill Foster
(602) 388-7480

Breyana Long