First Fridays are back!

October 2, 2026

"First Friday” In Their Own Words
Clarkdale Memorial Clubhouse Auditorium
19 N 9th St, Clarkdale AZ

Friday October 2, 2026
“Mining's Environmental Legacy in the Upper Verde Valley”—Hal Hatfield
Clarkdale Historical Society and Museum is pleased to announce a presentation by Hal Hatfield on Friday October 2, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in the Clark Memorial Clubhouse Auditorium located at 19 N 9th St in Clarkdale.

Hal will discuss the environmental impact of mining for copper, gold, and silver in the Black Hills around Jerome from the late 1800s to mid-1900s. This presentation will detail the environmental impacts mining and smelting operations have had within the Upper Verde Valley and what has been done over the years to remediate the environmental legacy minging left behind.

This is a 1-hour presentation that is free to the public, though donations are gratefully accepted.