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Wyatt Earp Shot Frank Stilwell Marker

Visit the Wyatt Earp Shot Frank Stilwell Marker in Tucson and step back into the Wild West, exploring a pivotal moment in frontier history.

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This historical marker in Tucson, Arizona, commemorates the site where Wyatt Earp shot Frank Stilwell in 1882. It marks a significant event in the Earp family's quest for revenge following the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral and subsequent attacks on his brothers.

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  • 410 N Toole Ave, Tucson, Historic Fourth Avenue, Arizona, 85705, US

Local tips

  • Combine your visit with a stop at the nearby Southern Arizona Transportation Museum to learn more about the region's history.
  • Explore the shops, restaurants, and art galleries in the Historic Fourth Avenue district.
  • Bring your camera for a photo opportunity at this historical landmark.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    If you're in the Historic Fourth Avenue area, walk north on Toole Avenue. The marker is at 410 N Toole Ave, on the east side of the street.

  • Public Transport

    Take Sun Tran bus routes with stops near W Congress St and N Toole Ave. From the bus stop, it's a short walk to the marker at 410 N Toole Ave. Note that Sun Tran rides are currently fare-free.

  • Driving

    From downtown Tucson, head towards 410 N Toole Ave. Parking is available in nearby lots, such as the Toole Avenue Parking Lot at 201 E Toole Ave. Metered street parking is also available. Parking rates in the Toole Avenue Parking Lot are $1 per hour on weekdays. Evening and weekend rates vary.

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The Wyatt Earp Shot Frank Stilwell Marker, located in Tucson's Historic Fourth Avenue district, stands as a reminder of the tumultuous Wild West era. It marks the spot where Wyatt Earp, the famed lawman, confronted and fatally shot Frank Stilwell on March 20, 1882. This event was a key moment in the Earp family's vendetta after the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral in Tombstone and the subsequent ambush and death of Morgan Earp. Frank Stilwell was a controversial figure with a history of criminal activity and involvement with the outlaw Cochise County Cowboys. Earp and his posse, which included his brothers and Doc Holliday, were escorting Virgil Earp and his wife to the train station when they spotted Stilwell, who they believed was waiting to ambush Virgil. The marker is near the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum, a historic steam locomotive, and other attractions. The Fourth Avenue area offers a mix of shops, cafes, and art galleries, providing a vibrant backdrop for exploring Tucson's history.

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